Chapter 16, Problem 56P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of two esters that will be reduced to propanol and butanol by ${\text{LiAlH}}_{\text{4}}$ has to be given.

Concept introduction:

${\text{LiAlH}}_{\text{4}}$ is a strong reducing agent.  It will reduce carbonyl group in aldehydes and ketones.

${\text{LiAlH}}_{\text{4}}$ convert aldehydes and ketones to respective alcohols.