Predict the product in the given reaction.

Predict the product in the given reaction.

Solution

Cannizzaro reaction - when an aldehyde containing no $\alpha-\mathrm{H}$ undergo reaction in presence of $50 \% \mathrm{KOH}$. It disproportionates to form a molecule of carboxylic acid and a molecule of alcohol.
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