Question
Why is benzaldehyde NOT oxidized by Fehling solution ?
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Answer
When benzaldehyde is treated with Fehling solution, it does not reduce cupric ion $\left( Cu ^{+2}\right)$. Fehling solution does not oxidise benzaldehyde. Thus, Fehling test cannot be used for aromatic aldehyde.
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