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Positive Tollen's test is observed for:
Positive Tollen's test is observed for:
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The correct option is C
Aldehydes and α-hydroxyketones reduce Tollen's reagent. Only formic acid gives positive Tollen's test.
α-Hydroxyketones gives positive Tollen's test because in basic condition they tautomerise into α-hydroxyaldehydes.
Hence, option (a), (b) and (c) are the correct answers.
Aldehydes and α-hydroxyketones reduce Tollen's reagent. Only formic acid gives positive Tollen's test.
α-Hydroxyketones gives positive Tollen's test because in basic condition they tautomerise into α-hydroxyaldehydes.
Hence, option (a), (b) and (c) are the correct answers.
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