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Which one of the following on treatment with 50% aqueous sodium hydroxide yields the corresponding alcohol and acid?

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Correct option (a) C6H5CHO

Explanation:

Aldehydes containing no α-hydrogen atom on warming with 50% NaOH or KOH undergo disproportionation i.e. self oxidation - reduction known as cannizzaro’* reaction.

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