Iodoform test Flashcards
1
Q
Iodoform formula.
A
CHI3.
2
Q
Iodoform test positive result.
A
Yellow solid.
3
Q
Only aldehyde which produces a positive result.
A
Ethanal.
4
Q
Ketones which produce a positive result.
A
All 2-ones.
5
Q
Alcohols which produce a positive result.
A
Ethanol and any 2-ols.
6
Q
Why does ethanol and 2-ols get oxidised?
A
Because I2 is a mild oxidation agent.
7
Q
General reaction formula for iodoform test with a positive result.
A
Sample + I2/NaOH—>CHI3
