The Reduction of Acetaldehyde Is an Important Biochemical Reaction $\mathrm { CH } _ { 3 } - \mathrm { CH } _ { 2 } - \mathrm { OH }$

question 59

Multiple Choice

The reduction of acetaldehyde is an important biochemical reaction.Which of the following is the product of its reduction?

• A) \(\mathrm { CH } _ { 3 } - \mathrm { CH } _ { 2 } - \mathrm { OH }\)
• B) \(\mathrm { CH } _ { 3 } - \mathrm { CH } _ { 3 }\)

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