Ketone Flashcards
1
Q
What are the product(s) formed when ketones are reacted with NaBH4?
What type of reaction is this?
A
Forms SECONDARY ALCOHOLS
Reduction
2
Q
What are the product(s) formed when ketones are reaced with HCN (NaCN/H+)?
What is the mechanism?
A
Forms HYDROXYNITRILES
Nucleophilic addition