Q. Benedict’s solution is not reduced by
A) Formaldehyde
B) Acetaldehyde
C) Glucose
D) Acetic anhydride
Explanation
(d)
Benedict solution is readily reduced by aldehyde. It doesn’t oxidise anhydrides.
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