engineering chemistry MCQ #574

The reaction of acetaldehyde with NaBH₄ gives?

engineering chemistry MCQ #574

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of acetaldehyde with NaBH₄ gives?

    • A) Ethanol
    • B) Ethanoic acid
    • C) Ethyne
    • D) Ethene

    Answer: Ethanol

    Explanation: NaBH₄ reduces the aldehyde to a primary alcohol.