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To determine whether benzaldehyde reduces Fehling's solution, we will analyze the properties of benzaldehyde and the nature of Fehling's solution. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Fehling's Solution**: - Fehling's solution is a chemical test used to differentiate between aldehydes and ketones. It consists of two solutions: Fehling's A (copper(II) sulfate solution) and Fehling's B (alkaline solution of sodium potassium tartrate). - When an aldehyde reduces Fehling's solution, it causes the copper(II) ions (Cu²⁺) in the solution to be reduced to copper(I) oxide (Cu₂O), which precipitates as a red or brown solid. 2. **Identifying Benzaldehyde**: - Benzaldehyde (C₆H₅CHO) is an aromatic aldehyde. It has a benzene ring attached to the carbonyl group (CHO). - The presence of the aromatic ring affects the reactivity of the aldehyde. 3. **Reactivity of Aromatic Aldehydes**: - Aromatic aldehydes, such as benzaldehyde, do not typically react with Fehling's solution. This is because the electron-withdrawing nature of the benzene ring stabilizes the carbonyl group, making it less reactive towards nucleophiles and reducing agents. 4. **Conclusion**: - Since benzaldehyde does not reduce Fehling's solution, we conclude that the statement "Benzaldehyde reduces Fehling's solution" is false. ### Final Answer: Benzaldehyde does not reduce Fehling's solution. ---
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