Organic Chemistry, Ebook And Single-course Homework Access
Organic Chemistry, Ebook And Single-course Homework Access
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Chapter 20, Problem 20.20P
Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The structure of the compound with molecular formula, C8H6O3, which on reduction with LiAlH4 give 1,4phenylenedimethanol is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The substances which on addition removes oxygen atom or hydrogen atom from the other substance, that is, reduces the other substances are known as reducing agents. Reducing agents themselves get oxidized. Strong reducing agents like LiAlH4, reduces all the carbonyl groups present in a compound into alcohol.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The structure of the compound with molecular formula, C8H6O4, which on reduction with LiAlH4 give 1,4phenylenedimethanol is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The substances which on addition removes oxygen atom or hydrogen atom from the other substance, that is, reduces the other substances are known as reducing agents. Reducing agents themselves get oxidized. Strong reducing agents like LiAlH4, reduces all the carbonyl groups and double bonds present in a compound into alcohol and single bonds respectively..

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