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Published on: August 13, 2026
Which one of the following will not form a yellow precipitate on heating with an alkaline solution of iodine?
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Formation of a yellow precipitate on heating a compound with an alkaline solution Of iodine is known as iodoform reaction. Methyl alcohol does not respond to this test. Iodoform test is exhibited by ethyl alcohol acetaldehyde, acetone, methyl ketones and those alcohols which possess 
group.
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