Alcohol, Phenol and EtherMedium
Question
Which of the following undergoes reaction with 50% sodium hydroxide solution to give the corresponding alcohol and acid?
Options
A.Phenol
B.Benzoic acid
C.Butanal
D.Benzaldehyde
Solution
Benzaldehyde does not contain α - hydrogen. Hence goes for cannizarro′s reaction forming alcohol and acid
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