JEE Main Chemistry question

Benzene is treated with CO and HCl in the presence of anhydrous AlCl₃, forming benzaldehyde. This reaction is known as the

Answer: (D)

Solution

The Gattermann–Koch reaction is specifically this combination — CO and HCl with a Lewis acid (AlCl₃, often with a

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Question ID VK-140435