STANDARDChemistry-Amines
STANDARD Chemistry Reduction of Nitro Compounds MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which of the following reagents would not be a good choice for reducing an aryl nitro compound to an amine?
A
H₂(excess)/Pt
B
LiAlH₄ in ether
C
Fe and HCl
D
Sn and HCl
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
LiAlH₄ in ether reduces aryl nitro compounds to azo compounds instead of amines.
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