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What is crossed cannizaro reaction? Explain It.

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When Cannizaro reaction (Auto redox reaction) takes place between two different aldehyde, the reaction is called as crossed cannizaro reaction.

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In crossed cannizaro reaction more reactive aldehyde is oxidized and less reactive aldehyde is reduced.

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