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What is crossed cannizaro reaction? Explain it. |
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Answer» Solution :When Cannizaro reaction (AUTO redox reaction) takes place between two different aldehyde, the reaction is called as crossed cannizaro reaction. `UNDERSET("benzaldehyde")(C_6H_5CHO) + underset("formaldehyde")(HCHO) overset(NaOH)(to) underset("BENZYL alcohol")(C_6H_5CH_2OH) + underset("sodium formate")(HCOONa)` Benzaldehyde formaldehyde Benzyl alcohol sodium formate In crossed cannizaro reaction more reactive aldehyde is oxidized and LESS reactive aldehyde is reduced. |
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