(a) An organic compound ‘A’ having molecular formula gives negative Tollens’ test, forms n-pentane on Clemmensen reduction but doesn’t give iodoform test. Identify ‘A’ and give all the reactions involved.
(b) Carry out the following conversions :
(i) Propanoic acid to acid
(ii) Benzoyl chloride to benzaldehyde
(c) How will you distinguish between benzaldehyde and acetaldehyde ?