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Question
Reduction of nitro alkanes yields which compound?
Options
Acid
Alcohol
Amine
Diazo compound
MCQ
Solution
Amine
Explanation:
Nitro alkanes are reduced to produce amines. The reduction of nitro groups in acidic solution with metals cannot be stopped at the nitroso or hydroxylamine stages. The end result is amine.
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