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Chemistry Aldehydes, Ketones & Carboxylic Acid NTA Abhiyas Question - Aldehydes and Ketones Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 14, 2026

When benzene or its derivative is treated with carbon monoxide and hydrogen chloride in the presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride, it gives

A
Benzaldehyde
B
Benzophenone
C
Benzyl alcohol
D
Benzal chloride

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By Gatterman-Koch reaction- When benzene or its derivative is treated with carbon monoxide and hydrogen chloride in the presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride, it gives benzaldehyde.

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