Chapter 16, Problem 49P

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(a)

Interpretation:

The alcohol formed due to reaction of carbonyl with $H_2$ and a Pd catalyst needs to be determined.

Concept introduction:

In the reduction of carbonyl compounds, hydrogen atoms are added to the carbonyl carbon, forming alcohols.

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(b)

Interpretation:

The needed structural differences should be made to 4-methylcyclopentanone to derive the relevant product of reduction.

Concept introduction:

In the reduction of carbonyl compounds, Hydrogen atoms are added to the carbonyl carbon, forming alcohols finally. Ketones form secondary alcohols.

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(c)

Interpretation:

The needed structural differences should be made to 5-methyl-3-hexanone to derive the relevant product of reduction.

Concept introduction:

In the reduction of carbonyl compounds, ketones form secondary alcohols.

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(d)

Interpretation:

The needed structural differences should be made to Octanal to derive the relevant product of reduction.

Concept introduction:

In the reduction of carbonyl compounds, an aldehyde is converted to primary alcohol.