Question

Write an equation for the reaction of the Tollens reagent
withheptanal?

Answer 1

`CH_3 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CHO + 2[Ag(NH_3)_2]+  3 H_2 O` =
`CH_3 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 COOH +2Ag + 4NH_3`

Step-by-step explanation:

Tollens test is carried out to perceive difference between aldehydes and ketones on the basis of their capability to oxidized easily.

when Tollens react with aldehyde (heptanal) , a silver mirror is form on inner side of container.

The reaction between tollens and heptanal is given as

`CH_3 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CHO + 2[Ag(NH_3)_2]+ 3 H_2 O` =
`CH_3 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 COOH +2Ag + 4NH_3`