MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #274

If a compound containing both a C=C double bond and a C=O group is treated with Sodium Borohydride, what is the most likely organic product?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #274

  1. Question 1

    Q1. If a compound containing both a C=C double bond and a C=O group is treated with Sodium Borohydride, what is the most likely organic product?

    • A) Alcohol with C=C intact
    • B) Alkane with C=C reduced
    • C) Alcohol with C=C reduced
    • D) Carboxylic acid

    Answer: Alcohol with C=C intact

    Explanation: Sodium borohydride (NaBH4) specifically reduces the carbonyl group to an alcohol without affecting carbon-carbon double bonds. LiAlH4 is more powerful but less selective.