KCET2007ChemistryHydrocarbons
The reagent used in Clemmensen's reduction is
Options
- Aconc. H ₂ SO ₄
- BZn - Hg conc. HCl
- Ca q KOH
- Dalc. KOH
Correct answer
B. Zn - Hg conc. HCl
Step-by-step solution
In Clemmensen's reduction Zn - Hg / conc. HCl is used. > C = O +4 H Zn - Hg + conc. HCl CH ₂+ H ₂ O This method is used to convert carbonyl compound into alkane.