Question
Predict the products in the given reaction,
Predict the products in the given reaction,
\[\xrightarrow{{50\% \,\,KOH}}\]
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Answer :
Solution :
When benzaldehyde is treated with 50% alkali, it undergoes oxidation to give an acid salt as well as reduction to give an alcohol. This reaction is called Cannizaro’s reaction
When benzaldehyde is treated with 50% alkali, it undergoes oxidation to give an acid salt as well as reduction to give an alcohol. This reaction is called Cannizaro’s reaction