Question

An alkene $A$ (molecular formula $=C_5{H}_{10}$ ) on ozonolysis gives a mixture of two compounds $B$ and $C$. Compound $B$ gives positive Fehling's test and also forms iodoform on treatment with $I_2$ and $NaOH$. Compound $C$ does not give Fehling's test but forms iodoform.
Identify the compounds $B$ and $C$.

• A.
• B.
• C.
• D.

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

$(B)\to C{H}_{3}CHO;(C)\to H_{3}CCOC{H}_3$