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Aldehydes and Ketones Cannizzaro Reaction

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Which of the following undergo the Cannizzaro reaction? (1) Methanal (2) 2-Methylpentanal (3) Benzaldehyde (4) Benzophenone

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Correct Answer: C) (1) and (3)

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Cannizzaro reaction is shown by aldehydes without α-hydrogen; methanal and benzaldehyde satisfy this condition.

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