Hydrolysis of an ester gives acid A and alcohol B . A reduces Fehling solution and…
Chemistry · JEE Advanced · NTA Exams — Carboxylic Acids
Hydrolysis of an ester gives acid A and alcohol B. A reduces Fehling solution and oxidation of B gives A. The ester is
- Methyl formate
- Ethyl formate
- Methyl acetate
- Ethyl acetate
Answer
(A) Methyl formate
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