Aldehydes Ketones Question 73
Question: Which is the most suitable reagent for the following transformation-
Options:
A) $ Zn(Hg)-HCl $
B) $ LiAiH_4 $
C) $ N_2H_4/NaOH/Heat $
D) $ NaBH_4 $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
[c] Wolff-Kishner reduction is suitable for the reduction of carbonyls containing olefinic bonds. If clemmensen reduction is done, HCl also attacks olefinic bonds.
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