Give two evidences for presence of formyl group in glucose.
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Give two evidences for presence of formyl group in glucose.
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To prove the presence of −CHO group: When glucose reacts with hydroxylamine, oxime is formed and cyanohydrins are formed on the addition of hydrogen cyanide to it. This reaction can confirm the presence of carbonyl group in glucose.