Question

Intermediate in cannizzaro reaction which can best give hydride

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Certain ketones can undergo a Cannizzaro-type reaction, transferring one of their two carbon groups rather than the hydride that would be present on an aldehyde. The paper [1] gives an instance of such reaction. ... In the next step, the carbanion attacks another ketone molecule to form alcohol.

Answer 2

Answer:

Certain ketones can undergo a Cannizzaro-type reaction, transferring one of their two carbon groups rather than the hydride that would be present on an aldehyde. ... In the next step, the carbanion attacks another ketone molecule to form alcohol.