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Published on: August 11, 2026
Which of the following compounds can be detected using neutral 
solution?
A
B
C
H 3 C 
CH 2 OH
CH 2 OH
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Neutral 
detects phenols and enols, by giving coloured solutions. A exists partly in
enolic form as shown below and hence gives a coloured solution with 
.
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