MHT CET Chemistry question

Which of the following carbonyl compounds undergoes self redox reaction in presence of concentrated base?

Answer: (C)

Solution

Self redox (Cannizzaro) reaction is shown by aldehydes without alpha hydrogen; 3-methylpentanal and 2-chlorobutanal have alpha hydrogens (they

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