R_2C=O is **not** converted to R_2CH_2 by

JEE Main Chemistry question

RC=O is **not** converted to RCH by

(A)The Wolff–Kishner reaction
(B)The Clemmensen reduction
(C)Red P + HI at 200°C
(D)The Wurtz reactionCorrect

Answer: (D)

Solution

Wolff–Kishner (hydrazine/strong base), Clemmensen (Zn(Hg)/HCl) and red P/HI (forcing reduction) are all genuine methods of fully deoxygenating a ketone to a methylene

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Question ID VK-142624