Chemistry, asked by k9703019, 21 days ago

Suggest a chemical test used to distinguish between aldehydes and ketones.

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Answered by cuteangle66

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Tollens Test

The Tollens' test is a reaction that is used to distinguish aldehydes from ketones, as aldehydes are able to be oxidized into a carboxylic acid while ketones cannot. Tollens' reagent, which is a mixture of silver nitrate and ammonia, oxidizes the aldehyde to a carboxylic acid.

Answered by 1404anukriti

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The Tollens' test is a reaction that is used to distinguish aldehydes from ketones, as aldehydes are able to be oxidized into a carboxylic acid while ketones cannot. Tollens' reagent, which is a mixture of silver nitrate and ammonia, oxidizes the aldehyde to a carboxylic acid.

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