Medium MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2023

Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Ketoses give Seliwanoff's test faster than Aldoses.

Reason (R) : Ketoses undergo $\beta$-elimination followed by formation of furfural.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

  1. A (A) is false but (R) is true
  2. B Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
  3. C (A) is true but (R) is false Correct answer
  4. D Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)

Solution

Seliwanoff 's test is a differentiating test for Ketose and aldose. This test relies on the principle that the keto hexose are more rapidly dehydrated to form 5-hydroxy methyl furfural when heated in acidic medium which on condensation with resorcinol, Cherry red or brown red coloured complex is formed rapidly indicating a positive test.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Biomolecules · Topic: Carbohydrates

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