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QJEEM16Chd67b: JEE Main 2016 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM16Chd67b Solution: The correct statement about the synthesis of erythritol (C(CH 2 …
The correct statement about the synthesis of erythritol (C(CH2OH)4) used in the preparation of PETN is :
Multiple Choice Options
- A The synthesis requires four aldol condensations between methanol and ethanol.
- B The synthesis requires two aldol condensations and two Cannizzaro reactions.
- C The synthesis requires three aldol condensations and one Cannizzaro reaction.
- D Alpha hydrogens of ethanol and methanol are involved in this reaction.
Step-by-Step Verified Solution
The synthesis of erythritol from aldehyde requires three aldol condensation and one Cannizzaro reaction.
