Answer:
[tex]CH_3 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CHO + 2[Ag(NH_3)_2]+ 3 H_2 O[/tex] = [tex] CH_3 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 COOH +2Ag + 4NH_3[/tex]
Explanation:
Tollens test is carried out to perceive difference between aldehydes and ketones on the basis of their capability to oxidized easily.
when Tollens react with aldehyde (heptanal) , a silver mirror is form on inner side of container.
The reaction between tollens and heptanal is given as
[tex]CH_3 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CHO + 2[Ag(NH_3)_2]+ 3 H_2 O[/tex] = [tex]CH_3 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 CH_2 COOH +2Ag + 4NH_3[/tex]
