JEE Main Chemistry question

When acetaldehyde is heated with Fehling's solution, a red precipitate is formed. Which of the following is that?

Answer: (A)

Solution

Fehling's solution contains Cu²⁺ complexed with tartrate in alkali. The aldehyde reduces Cu²⁺ to Cu⁺,

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