Answer to Question #179419 in Organic Chemistry for Mahi

Question

Which solvent is appropriate to use in the iodoform test?

Select one:

Dioxane

Acetone

Acetaldehyde

Need explanation

Answer 1

Acetone.

Iododform reaction is a formation of CHI₃ from methylketone and I₂ in prescence of base. The only methylcketone from dioxane, acetone, and acetaldehyde is acetone.