Q11 / 90 · JEE Main 2023 (29 Jan Shift 1) · Chemistry

The major product 'P' for the following sequence of reactions is:

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  • A
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  • B
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  • Correct answer
    C
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  • D
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Solution

In the Clemmesen reduction Zn-Hg/HCl reduces aldehydes and ketone to alkane but doesn't reduce amide to amine, lithium aluminium hydride subsequently can reduce amide to amine. Chain of reactions are:
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Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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