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Chemistry Aldehydes, Ketones & Carboxylic Acid Properties of Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acid Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

Which of the following statement is correct regarding formic acid?

A
It is a reducing agent
B
It is a weaker acid than acetic acid
C
It is an oxidizing agent
D
When its calcium salt is heated, it form acetone

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A

Formic acid can reduce fehling's and tollen's reagent. Formic acid acts a reducing agent.

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