Question

Give quantitative tests for aldehydes and ketones.

Answer 1

Answer:

Tollens' Test

Explanation:

Tollens' Test. Tollens' test, also known as silver-mirror test, is a qualitative laboratory test used to distinguish between an aldehyde and a ketone. It exploits the fact that aldehydes are readily oxidized (see oxidation), whereas ketones are not. ... Step 1: Aqueous silver nitrate is mixed with aqueous sodium hydroxide.