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Which reagent can convert acetic acid into ethanol?
ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersNEET
Options:
  • A Na + alcohol
  • B LiAlH4 + ether
  • C H2+Pt
  • D Sn+HCl
Solution:
2867 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: LiAlH4 + ether
LiAlH4+ ether, is reducing agent.
It reduce all types of carboxylic acids to alcohols. So, this reagent can be use to convert acetic acid into ethanol. CH 3 COOH LiAlH 4 /ether CH 3 CH 2 OH

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