UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist, Mains · 2020 · Mains Paper III
Q9(d). Stereoselective NaBH₄ reduction
Question
Invoking the idea of stereoselectivity, write the product(s) with proper justification in the NaBH₄ reduction [substrate given in the paper].
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All parts of Question 9
- 9(a) Photochemical reaction of a ketone in methanol10 marks
- 9(b) Heating an anion X5 marks
- 9(c) Identify P, Q and R in a thermal sequence at 180 °C5 marks
- 9(d) Stereoselective NaBH₄ reduction10 marks