Aromatic Aldehydes Ketones and Acids - Result Question 10

####12. The major product obtained in the following reaction is

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 12. (a)

Solution:

  1. DIBAL-H (Di-isobutyl aluminium hydride) is a reducing agent with formula. This is generally used for the preparation of aldehydes. Using DIBAL $-H$, Lactones are reduced directly to aldehydes.

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