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What is the product of Clemmensen reduction on acetophenone?(a) Benzaldehyde(b) Methyl benzene(c) Ethyl benzene(d) BenzophenoneI have been asked this question in quiz.My doubt is from Aldehydes and Ketones Chemical Reactions in division Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids of Chemistry – Class 12

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Correct CHOICE is (C) Ethyl benzene

Best EXPLANATION: The carbonyl group of acetophenone is REDUCED to CH2 group and results in the formation of a HYDROCARBON when subjected to Clemmensen reduction, i.e., reaction with Zn-Hg and concentrated HCl.



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