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Question
Acetaldehyde on treatment with Tollens' reagent gives a precipitate of
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Acetaldehyde reacts with Tollens' reagent to give a silver precipitate (Ag, silver mirror). The aldehyde is oxidized and Ag+ is reduced to Ag metal.
Hint
What is the precipitate formed in Tollens' test?