Q.

Identify the major product obtained in the following reaction.                [2023]

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Ans.

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RCHO+2[Ag(NH3)2]++3OH-⟶RCOO-+2Ag↓+4NH3+2H2O

Both aromatic and aliphatic aldehydes reduce Tollens’ reagent.