Predict the product of the crossed Cannizzaro reaction
[Question]
[Predict the product of crossed Cannizzaro reaction between formaldehyde and p-anisaldehyde (4-methoxybenzaldehyde).]
In excess formaldehyde, the aromatic aldehyde is reduced to a primary alcohol in high yield.
Crossed Cannizzaro reaction with Formaldehyde - I am having trouble with this problem.
"...crossed Canizzaro reactions can be realized when one of the components is formaldehyde. Predict the products of the reaction below and give a suitable n ...
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