Question
Chemistry Question on Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
The major product obtained in the following reaction is
A
B
C
D
Answer
Explanation
Solution
In the given reaction, DIBAL-H will act as a strong reducing agent. It is used for the conversion of lactones into functional groups like aldehyde and alcohols.
The reduction of lactones with DIBAL-H gives mainly aldehydes. For this the hydride ion from DIBAL-H is transferred to the function group of lactone.
The correct option is option (a): 