Acetaldehyde cyanohydrin upon hydrolysis produces:
Correct answer: C. Formic acid
- A. Tartaric acid
- B. Malonic acid
- C. Formic acid
- D. Lactic acid
Explanation
The correct answer is C)Formic acid. Acetaldehyde cyanohydrin hydrolyzes to form formic acid.
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