Q.

C6H5−CH=CHCHO→XC6H5CH=CHCH2OH. In the above sequence X can be

see full answer

Talk to JEE/NEET 2025 Toppers - Learn What Actually Works!

Real Strategies. Real People. Real Success Stories - Just 1 call away
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

H2/Ni

b

K2Cr2O7/H+

c

NaBH4

d

Both (1) and (3)

answer is C.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

NaBH4 and LiAH4 attack only carbonyl group and reduce it into alcohol group. They do not attack on double bond.C6H5−CH=CHCHOcinnamic aldehyde→NaBH4C6H5−CH=CH.CH2OHcinnamic alcoholWhereas H2/Ni affects double bond and K2Cr2O7/H+ carries oxidation.
Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity
score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon
C6H5−CH=CHCHO→XC6H5CH=CHCH2OH. In the above sequence X can be