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Published on: August 12, 2026
Cannizzaro's reaction is not given by:
A
B
C
HCHO
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Necessary condition for Cannizzaro reaction is absence of alpha - hydrogen. So, 
cannot give Cannizzaro reaction, while other three compounds have no 
-hydrogen. Hence, they will give Cannizaro reaction.
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