MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #491

If 25 grams of benzaldehyde is treated with 30 grams of sodium borohydride, how many moles of benzyl alcohol are produced if the reaction is 80% efficient?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #491

  1. Question 1

    Q1. If 25 grams of benzaldehyde is treated with 30 grams of sodium borohydride, how many moles of benzyl alcohol are produced if the reaction is 80% efficient?

    • A) 0.75 mol
    • B) 1.25 mol
    • C) 1.5 mol
    • D) 1.8 mol

    Answer: 0.75 mol

    Explanation: Moles of benzaldehyde limits the reaction, and 80% efficiency reduces yield.