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Distinguishing Between Aldehydes And Ketones Flashcards

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What does a positive result or colour change for each test mean

A

Fehling’s change = presence of aldehyde
Benedict’s change = presence of aldehyde
Tollens change = aldehyde present

All negative = ketone present

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Reaction with iodine
Conditions
Observations

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Carbonyl compound added to an alkaline solution of iodine and the mixture is warmed then cooled
Place yellow ppt will form if CH3CO group is present

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