Which reagent can convert acetic acid integralo ethanol ? | Chemistry | SolveeIt

Which reagent can convert acetic acid into ethanol ?

Na + alcohol

$LiAlH_4 + ether$

$H_2 + Pt$

$Sn + HCl$

Answer

$LiAlH_4 + ether$

Explanation

Lithium aluminium hydride is a powerful reducing agent. It reduces acetic acid mto ethanol.
$CH_3COOH\xrightarrow[ether]{LiAlH_4} CH_3CH_2OH$

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