Search any question & find its solution
Question:
Answered & Verified by Expert
Clemmensen reaction of ketone is carried out in the presence of
Options:
Solution:
2721 Upvotes
Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
$\mathrm{Zn}-\mathrm{Hg}$ with HCl
$\mathrm{Zn}-\mathrm{Hg}$ with HCl reduce ketone to respective alkane, i.e. $\mathrm{C}=\mathrm{O}$ of ketone reduce to $\gt\mathrm{CH}_2$ group. The reaction is called Clemmensen reduction.
Looking for more such questions to practice?
Download the MARKS App - The ultimate prep app for IIT JEE & NEET with chapter-wise PYQs, revision notes, formula sheets, custom tests & much more.