Reduction of ketones produces:
Correct answer: D. Secondary alcohols
- A. Aldehydes
- B. Methanol
- C. Primary alcohols
- D. Secondary alcohols
Explanation
Option D is correct since the reduction of ketones produces secondary alcohols. The -C=O is changed to the -CH(OH) group due to the addition of hydrogen. Option A is incorrect since aldehydes do not form upon the reduction of ketones. They can be formed upon oxidation of primary alcohols. Option B is incorrect since methanol is a primary alcohol. Ketones form secondary alcohols upon reduction. Option C is incorrect since reduction of ketones forms secondary alcohols and not primary alcohols.
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Aldehydes and ketones contain the polar carbonyl group, but aldehydes are generally more readily oxidised and more reactive than ketones. Coverage includes preparation by oxidation or reduction routes, nucleophilic addition of reagents such as hydrogen cyanide and bisulfite, and tests that distinguish aldehydes from ketones.
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