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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.