engineering chemistry MCQ #467

The reagent used for the reduction of aldehydes to primary alcohols is

engineering chemistry MCQ #467

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reagent used for the reduction of aldehydes to primary alcohols is

    • A) LiAlH4
    • B) NaBH4
    • C) Both A and B
    • D) H2 / Ni

    Answer: Both A and B

    Explanation: Both LiAlH4 and NaBH4 are used for the reduction of aldehydes to primary alcohols, with LiAlH4 being more powerful.