STANDARDChemistry-Amines
STANDARD Chemistry Reduction of Amides MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which one of the following reducing agents is likely to be most effective in bringing about the following change? R−C−NH₂
A
H₂−Ni
B
NaBH₄
C
LiAlH₄
D
Na−Alcohol
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
LiAlH₄ is a strong reducing agent capable of reducing carboxylic acids and their derivatives to amines, making it the most effective for this transformation.
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