Aldehydes Ketones And Carboxylic Acid 01 Ques10

Question: Which of the following can react with Fehling’s solution?

Options:

A) Acetone

B) Methanal

C) Butanone

D) Ethanol

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Answer: b

Explanation:

A) Acetone is a ketone which does not react with Fehling’s solution.

B) Correct. Methanal (formaldehyde) reduces Fehling’s solution.

C) Butanone is also a ketone which does not react with Fehling’s solution.

D) Ethanol cannot reduce Fehling’s solution.