Question 50
HydrocarbonsWhich of the following reagents will confirm the presence of unsaturation in a compound?
- A.Fehling's solution
- B.Bromine water
- C.Tollen's reagent
- D.Benedict's solution
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Answer: B (Bromine water)
Explanation
Bromine water adds across C=C or C≡C bonds and loses its red-brown colour quickly. The other three reagents test for aldehydes or reducing sugars.