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When an organic compound is treated with a strong solution of NaOH, a mixture of benzyl alcohol and sodium benzoate is formed. Identify the organic compound.

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Answer:

Organic Compound :Benzaldehyde

Reaction : Canizarro Reaction

Reagent : Concentrated NaOH

Product :

  • Benzyl Alcohol (C6H5OH)
  • Sodium Benzoate (C6H5COONa)

Condition :

Aldehydes which do not contain

 \alpha - Hydrogen undergoes Canizarro Reaction.

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