Question

\[ \text{Ph–CH(OH)–CHO} \xrightarrow[\text{H}_2\text{O}]{\text{HO}^-} Q \] P and Q are isomers. Identify Q. 

• A. \(\text{Ph–CH}_2–\text{COOH}\)
• B. \(\text{Ph–COOCH}_3\)
• C. \(\text{H–CO–CH}_2–\text{O–Ph}\)
• D. \(\text{Ph–CO–CH}_2\text{OH}\)

Hint:

Rearrangements often convert aldehydes to acids under basic conditions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A