The reagent used for separation of aceta

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids

Question:

The reagent used for separation of acetaldehyde and acetophenone is:

Options:

NaHSO₃

C₆H₅NHNH₂

NH₂OH

NaOH/ I₂

Correct Answer:

NaHSO₃

Explanation:

Acetaldehyde reacts with NaHSO₃ but acetophenone does not.