Question

    Which of the following is the product when CH₃CHO is

    reduced?
    A CH₃CH₃ Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B CH₄ Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C CH₃COOH Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D CH₃CH₂OH Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    CH₃CHO is acetaldehyde (an aldehyde). On reduction, aldehydes get converted into primary alcohols. So, CH₃CHO is reduced to ethanol (CH₃CH₂OH). The reaction is: CH₃CHO + 2[H] ⟶ CH₃CH₂OH 

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