Question

An organic compound ‘X’, does not undergo aldol condensation. However, ‘X’ with compound ‘Y’ in the presence of a strong base reacts to give the compound 1, 3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one.

1. Identify 'X’ and Y’.
2. Write the chemical reaction involved. 
3. Give one chemical test to distinguish between X and Y.

Answer 1

1. Compound ‘X’ = Benzaldehyde, Compound Y = Acetophenone
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3. The chemical test to distinguish between X and Y is the Tollen Test.
   Benzaldehyde undergoes the Sliver mirror test with the Tollen reagent and forms a silver mirror. However, acetophenone does not react with Tollen Reagent.