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Alcohols and Phenols Reduction of Carbonyl Compounds

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Which substrate requires a stronger reducing agent than aldehydes and ketones under normal laboratory conditions?

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Correct Answer: C) Ester

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Esters are less reactive toward hydride reduction than aldehydes and ketones and generally require the stronger reducing agent LiAlH₄.

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