Strongest reducing agent that can reduce the Tollen's reagent is
Correct answer: A. HCHO
- A. HCHO
- B. -CHO
- C. CH3CHO
- D. CH3COCH3
Explanation
Aliphatic aldehydes are reactive than aromatic aldehydes and ketones so, a small aliphatic aldehyde can reduce Tollen's reagent
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