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Published on: August 14, 2026
Which one of the following on treatment with 50% aqueous sodium hydroxide yields the corresponding alcohol and acid?
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Aldehydes which do not have 
atom, in presence of 50% NaOH or 50% KOH
undergo disproportionation reaction to produce alcohol and sodium salt of acid. This reaction is known as Cannizzaro reaction. 
containing no 
atom undergoes Cannizzaro reaction to produce benzyl alcohol and sodium benzoate.
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