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Which type of oxidising agents can convert aldehydes into carboxylic acids?
ChemistryAldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic AcidsNEET
Options:
  • A Reducing agents
  • B Mild oxidising agents
  • C Strong bases
  • D Weak acids
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Mild oxidising agents
Mild oxidising agents like Tollens' reagent and Fehlings' reagent can convert aldehydes into carboxylic acids.

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