Question

Which of the following is the correct sequence of step involved in the mechanism of Cannizzaro reaction?

• A. Nucleophilic attack, transfer of H- and transfer of H+
• B. Transfer of H-, transfer of H+ and nucleophilic attack
• C. Transfer of H+, nucleophilic attack and transfer of H-
• D. Electrophilic attack by OH-, transfer of H+ and transfer of H-

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Nucleophilic attack, transfer of H- and transfer of H+

Answer 2

The correct option is (A): Nucleophilic attack, transfer of H- and transfer of H+.