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Which compound gives a red precipitate of on warming with Fehling's solution?

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

Answer: D

Fehling's solution is reduced by aliphatic aldehydes to red . Aromatic aldehydes and ketones do not respond. Ethanal is the only aliphatic aldehyde listed.
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