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Chemistry Alcohol, Phenol and Ether NTA Abhiyas Question Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 11, 2026

Which reagent can convert acetic acid into ethanol?

A
Na + alcohol
B
LiAlH 4 + ether
C
H 2 + Pt
D
Sn + HC1

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B

LiAlH 4 + ether, is reducing agent.

It reduce all types of carboxylic acids to alcohols. So, this reagent can be use to convert acetic acid into ethanol.

CH 3 COOH CH 3 CH 2 OH

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