Which aldehyde is used to preserve biological specimens? – Answer & Explanation | CUET Subject PYQ – Dubuddy

Which aldehyde is used to preserve biological specimens?

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A
Acetaldehyde
B
Benzaldehyde
C
Butanal
D
Formaldehyde
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Formaldehyde
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4 Formaldehyde is a highly reactive aldehyde and is widely utilized as a preservative in biology for fixing tissues and specimens. It works by forming cross-links between proteins and other macromolecules, thereby stabilizing and preserving the tissue structure.

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