Reduction of a carboxylic acid to an alcohol (LiAlH4, diborane)
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20 Apr 2025 S2
96Which among the following functional groups is reduced by diborane?Tap an option to check your answer.
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19 Apr 2026 S1
40Which of the following pair of reagents is used for the conversion of carboxylic acid to alcohol ?Tap an option to check your answer.
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13 May 2026 S2
42Which of the following compounds is obtained when an acetic acid is treated with reagent ?Tap an option to check your answer.