Question

Difference between wolff kishner and clemmensen reduction

Answer 1

The Wolff–Kishner reduction is a reaction used in organic chemistry to convert carbonyl functionalities into alkanes. In the context of complex molecule synthesis, it is most frequently employed to remove a carbonyl group after it has served its synthetic purpose of activating an intermediate in a preceding step.

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Clemmensen reduction is a chemical reaction described as a reduction of ketones (or aldehydes) to alkanes using zinc amalgam and concentrated hydrochloric acid. This reaction is named after Erik Christian Clemmensen, a Danish chemist.