Which product will be formed finally on the reduction of acetic acid with LiAIH4?
Correct answer: D. Ethanol
- A. Ethanal
- B. Ethane
- C. Ethanoic acid
- D. Ethanol
Explanation
The reduction of acetic acid with lithium aluminium hydride (LiAlH₄) results in the formation of ethanol.
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