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Question
What is the product of the reaction between formaldehyde and a Grignard reagent (RMgX)?
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Formaldehyde (HCHO) + RMgX → primary alcohol after hydrolysis (RCH₂OH). Other aldehydes give secondary alcohols; ketones give tertiary alcohols.
Hint
HCHO gives 1° alcohol.