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Question
What is the positive result of Fehling's test for an aldehyde?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Fehling's solution contains Cu²⁺ (blue) which is reduced by aldehydes to red/brown copper(I) oxide (Cu₂O) precipitate. Ketones do not react.
Hint
Copper(I) oxide precipitate.