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What is the test to differentiate between pentan-2-one and pentan-3-one?

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Iodoform test
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Benedict's test
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Fehling's test
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Aldol condensation
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Solution

The correct option is C Iodoform test
1. pentan-2-one is methyle ketone useful for Iodoform test.
2. Benadict's test will show positive test for both.
3. Fehling's test will be negative for both.
4. both can give Aldol .

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