engineering chemistry MCQ #611

Which reagent is used to reduce aldehydes to primary alcohols?

engineering chemistry MCQ #611

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which reagent is used to reduce aldehydes to primary alcohols?

    • A) LiAlH₄
    • B) NaBH₄
    • C) both A and B
    • D) PCC

    Answer: both A and B

    Explanation: Both LiAlH₄ and NaBH₄ are used to reduce aldehydes to primary alcohols.