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CHM 102 Carbonyl Compounds Objective Question
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Question

What is the iodoform test used to detect?
Options
A All aldehydes
B All ketones
C Methyl ketones (CH₃-CO-R) and acetaldehyde
Correct Answer
D Aromatic aldehydes
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The iodoform test (with I₂/NaOH) gives a yellow precipitate of iodoform (CHI₃) for compounds with a CH₃-CO- group (methyl ketones) or for acetaldehyde (CH₃CHO) and ethanol.

Hint

Yellow precipitate with distinctive smell.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carbonyl Compounds
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 634 of 1999
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