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CHM 102 Carbonyl Compounds Objective Question

Question

Which of the following is a gas at room temperature?
Options
A Acetaldehyde
B Acetone
C Formaldehyde
Correct Answer
D Benzaldehyde
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Only methanal (formaldehyde, HCHO) is a gas at room temperature. Higher aldehydes and ketones are liquids or solids.

Hint

Simplest aldehyde.

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