Compounds having either 
group or CH3CHOH− group, give iodoform when warmed with I2 and NaOH. Thus,
give iodoform when warmed with I2 and NaOH. (Remember, NaOI oxidises CH3CH2OH to CH3CHO, thus it gives positive iodoform test.)
NEET UG 2010 — Chemistry Organic Chemistry
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Following compounds are given A. CH3CH2OH B. CH3COCH3 C. 
D. CH3OH Which of the above compound(s), on being warmed with iodine solution and NaOH, will give iodoform?
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Held on 30 Apr 2010 · Verified 9 Jul 2026.
Options
- A
A, C and D
- B
Only B
- C
A, B and C
- D
A and B
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