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$\mathrm{RCOOH} \longrightarrow \mathrm{RCH}_2 \mathrm{OH}$
This mode of reduction of an acid to alcohol can be affected only by
ChemistryCarboxylic Acid DerivativesJEE Main
Options:
  • A $\mathrm{Zn} / \mathrm{HCl}$
  • B $N a$-alcohol
  • C Aluminium isopropoxide and isopropyl alcohol
  • D $\mathrm{LiAlH}_4$
Solution:
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The correct answer is: $\mathrm{LiAlH}_4$
$\mathrm{RCOOH} \xrightarrow{\mathrm{LIAlH}_4} \mathrm{RCH}_2 \mathrm{OH}$

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