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Which catalyst is typically used in the catalytic hydrogenation of esters to produce alcohols?

Options

  1. ALiAlH 4
  2. BH 2 O 2
  3. CPd/C (Palladium on Carbon)
  4. DNaOH

Correct answer

C. Pd/C (Palladium on Carbon)

Step-by-step solution

Catalytic hydrogenation of esters is often carried out using a catalyst such as Pd/C (Palladium on Carbon).

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