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

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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

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