The major product in the following reaction is: H₂ (3 atm) · ABC26OR0420
Subject: Organic Chemistry · Chapter: Reagents, Reaction Mechanisms & Named Reactions · Topic: Named Reactions · Exam: CSIR NET DEC 2019 · Marks: 2 · Difficulty: Medium
The major product in the following reaction is: $\mathrm{H_2}$ (3 atm)
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
Answer
Answer: D ✓ checked by 4AB · confidence high
Explanation
Raney Ni/H₂ at 3 atm and room temperature reduces the nitro group to the amine; the carboxylic acid and the aromatic ring are untouched — 4-aminobenzoic acid (d).
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