In the Cannizzaro reaction given below 2 {C}_{6} {H}_{5} {CHO} \stackrel{ {OH}{───>}^{-}} {C}_{6} {H}_{5} {CH}_{2} {OH}+ {C}_{6} {H}_{5} {COO} The slowest step is

Correct Answer is : The transfer of hydride ion to the carbonyl group

The attack of {OH}^{-} at the carbonyl group

The transfer of hydride ion to the carbonyl group

The abstraction of proton from the carboxylic acid

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In the Cannizzaro reaction given below

2C6H5CHO

OH−

───>

C6H5CH2OH+C6H5COO

The slowest step is

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