The compounds CH 3 CH 2 CHO and CH 3 COCH 3 can be distinguished from each other using

Correct Answer is : Tollen's reagent

Correct Answer is : Tollen's reagent

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JAMB Chemistry 2016 Paper

Question : 12

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The compounds CH₃CH₂CHO and CH₃COCH₃ can be distinguished from each other using

Solution:

Concept:

Tollen's reagent distinguishes aldehydes from ketones.

Explanation:

\mathrm{CH_3CH_2CHO}

is an aldehyde, while

\mathrm{CH_3COCH_3}

is a ketone.

Aldehydes reduce Tollen's reagent, producing a silver mirror.

Ketones do not react with Tollen's reagent under mild conditions.

Therefore, the two compounds can be distinguished by Tollen's reagent.

Answer:

C. Tollen's reagent

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