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In the Cannizzaro reaction given below: `2Ph-CHO overset(overset(Θ)OH)rarrPh-CH_(2)OH+PhCO_(2)^(-)` the slowest step is:A. The attack of `overset(Θ)(OH)` at the carbonyl group.B. The transfer of hydride to the carbonyl group.C. The abstraction of proton from the carboxylic acid.D. The deprotonation of `Ph-CH_(2)OH`. |
| Answer» Correct Answer - B | |