Find the correct order of reactivity of carbonyl groups with LiAlH4: The molecule shown has four carbonyl groups: (A) RO-C(=O)- (ester) (B) -COCl (acid chloride) (C) -CHO (aldehyde) (D) C=O (ketone in

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Find the correct order of reactivity of carbonyl groups with LiAlH4:

The molecule shown has four carbonyl groups:
(A) RO-C(=O)- (ester)
(B) -COCl (acid chloride)
(C) -CHO (aldehyde)
(D) C=O (ketone in a six-membered ring)

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B. Reactivity of carbonyl compounds follow the order acid chlorides > aldehydes > ketones > ester

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