Question

Which test is used to distinguish aldehydes from Ketones?

• A. Tollen’s test
• B. Fehling’s test
• C. Both $\left(\text{A}\right)\&\left(\text{B}\right)$
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Aldehyde and ketone can be distinguished by Tollen’s & Fehling Test. Aldehyde gives positive test with Tollen’s & Fehling reagent, but ketone cannot.