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An organic compound (X) with molecular formula 
gives positive 2, 4-DNP and
Tollen's test. It undergoes Cannizarro reaction and on vigorous oxidation, it gives 1, 4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid. Compound (X) is:
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C
(i) 
test 
carbonyl group present
(ii) Tollen's test 
aldehyde group present
(iii) Cannizzaro reaction 
No a-hydrogen present
(iv) Given 1, 4-Benzenedicarboxylic acid means benzene with 1,4 substitution is present in which one group is aldehyde.
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