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With the help of which reaction cyclohexanone is converted into cyclohexane?

A)  Wurtz-Fittig reaction

B)  Wolff-Kishner reduction

C)  Tischenko reaction

D)  Stephen's reaction

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

                 The reduction of carbonyl compound into corresponding alkane is done by Wolff-Kishner reduction. In this reaction the carbonyl compound is heated with a mixture of hydrazine and KOH in the presence of ethylene glycol.