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QJEEM16Chee30: JEE Main 2016 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM16Chee30 Solution: Bouveault-Blanc reduction reaction involves :

Bouveault-Blanc reduction reaction involves :

Multiple Choice Options

  • A Reduction of an acyl halide with H2/Pd.
  • B Reduction of an ester with Na/C2H5OH.
  • C Reduction of a carbonyl compound with Na/Hg and HCl.
  • D Reduction of an anhydride with LiAlH4.

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Bourveault–Blanc reduction involves the reduction of esters to primary alcohols in the presence of sodium and alcohol.

JEE Main 2016 (Online) 9th April Morning Slot Chemistry - Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers Question 138 English Explanation

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