Question
Chemistry Question on Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
Benedict's solution is not reduced by
A
formaldehyde
B
acetaldehyde
C
glucose
D
acetic anhydride
Answer
acetic anhydride
Explanation
Solution
Benedict's solution is readily reduced by aldehydes. It does not oxidise anhydrides. Glucose contains aldehyde group hence, it also reduced Benedict's solution.