Question

Why ketones do not show tollens and fehling test?

Answer 1

The reaction requires heating of aldehyde with Fehling's Reagent which will result in the formation of a reddish-brown colour precipitate. Hence, the reaction results in the formation of carboxylate anion. However, aromatic aldehydes do not react to Fehling's Test. Moreover, ketones do not undergo this reaction.

Answer 2

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The reaction requires heating of aldehyde with Fehling's Reagent which will result in the formation of a reddish-brown colour precipitate. Hence, the reaction results in the formation of carboxylate anion. However, aromatic aldehydes do not react to Fehling's Test. Moreover, ketones do not undergo this reaction.