Most Important Selected Qs for JEE AdvancedChemistryAldehydes and Ketones
The correct statements about (I) and (II) are :
Options
- AThe acid catalysed hydrolysis of (I) and (II) yields one product identical.
- BFor Wolff Kishner reduction (I) is the better reactant.
- C(II) gives positive haloform reaction.
- DReduction by LiAlH ₄ forms a diol in both the cases.
Correct answer
B. For Wolff Kishner reduction (I) is the better reactant.
Step-by-step solution
Wolff Kishner reduction is not used in presence of base sensitive group.