Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers · Class 12 · CBSE · Science Chemistry
Which of the following compounds will give a positive iodoform test?
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Which of the following compounds will give a positive iodoform test?
- A.Benzyl alcohol
- B.Pentan-3-ol
- C.Pentan-2-olCorrect answer
- D.Propan-1-ol
Solution
Compounds containing the group or group give a positive iodoform test. Pentan-2-ol has a group, hence it responds positively.
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