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In Cannizzaro reaction given below

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The slowest step is :

 

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a

the deprotonation of PhCH2OH

b

the transfer of hydride to the carbonyl group

c

the abstraction of proton from the carboxylic group

d

the attack of : OH() at the carboxyl group

answer is B.

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Hydride transfer is the slowest step i.e transfer of H-- from one carbonyl group to other

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