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NEET Chemistry NEET PYQ-Aldehydes Ketones

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    Clemmensen reduction of a ketone is carried out in the presence of which of the following? [AIPMT (S) 2011]

    A) Zn-Hg with HCl

    B) LiAlH4

    C) H2 and Pt as catalyst

    D) Glycol with KOH

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    [a] The reducing agent used in Clemmensen reduction is Zn-Hg and \[HCl\].


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