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Which of the following organic compound has a bitter almond taste?

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Cinnamaldehyde
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Benzaldehyde
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Capsaicin
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Both A and B
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Solution

The correct option is B Benzaldehyde
Benzaldehyde is an organic compound consisting of a benzene ring with a formyl substituent. It is the simplest aromatic aldehyde and one of the most industrially useful.

This colorless liquid has a characteristic almond-like odor. Benzaldehyde is the primary component of bitter almond oil and can be extracted from a number of other natural sources.

Option B is correct.

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