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An organic compound 'X' having molecular formula C5H10O yields phenyl hydrazone and gives negative response to the Iodoform test and Tollen's test. It produces n-pentane on reduction. 'X' could be:
- 2-pentanone
- 3-pentanone
- n-amyl alcohol
- pentanal
Correct answer: n-amyl alcohol
Solution
The compound 'X' yields phenyl hydrazone, gives a negative response to the Iodoform test and Tollen's test, and produces n-pentane on reduction, indicating it is an alcohol.
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