Carbonlys Flashcards
1
Q
How would you identify a carbonyl?
A
Both aldehydes and ketones produce a yellow/orange precipitate when warmed with 2,4 DNPH
2
Q
How would you distinguish between an aldehyde and a Ketone?
A
An aldehyde produces a silver mirror with tollens reagent as it can be oxidised by weak OA
- A Ketone does not produce a silver mirror with tollens reagent