CET Karnataka Medical CET - Karnataka Medical Solved Paper-2015

  • question_answer
    The distinguishing test between methanoic acid and ethanoic acid is

    A)  Tollenst -

    B)  sodium bicarbonate test

    C)  litmus test

    D)  esterification test.

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    : Formic acid contains a hydrogen atom and behaves like an aldehyde as well as a carboxylic acid. Like aldehydes it reduces Tollens reagent.


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