Which of the Following Reagents Will Convert the Hydroxyl Groups

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reagents will convert the hydroxyl groups of a monosaccharide to methyl ethers?

• A) H₂/Ni
• B) Ag₂O/CH₃I
• C) HNO₃
• D) NaBH₄/H₂O
• E) Br₂/H₂O

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