Q2 / 66 · NTA Abhyas (JEE Main) 2020 · Chemistry · Carboxylic Acid Derivatives

Bouveault-Blanc reduction reaction involves:

  • A
    Reduction of an acyl halide with H2/Pd.
  • B
    Reduction of an anhydride with LiAlH4
  • Correct answer
    C
    Reduction of an ester with Na/C2H5OH .
  • D
    Reduction of a carbonyl compound with Na/Hg and HCl

Solution

Bouveault-Blanc reduction  involves reduction of an pure impure carbonyl
Figure into alcohol and R−C≡N into R− CH 2 − NH 2 by Na/ C 2 H 5 OH

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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