engineering chemistry MCQ #509

The compound that will not react with NaBH₄ is

engineering chemistry MCQ #509

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that will not react with NaBH₄ is

    • A) CH₃CHO
    • B) C₆H₅CHO
    • C) CH₃COCH₃
    • D) C₆H₅COCH₃

    Answer: C₆H₅COCH₃

    Explanation: NaBH₄ is a reducing agent that reduces aldehydes and ketones. C₆H₅COCH₃ is a ketone but is sterically hindered and less reactive.