Which Reagents Are Most Likely to Accomplish the Reaction Shown

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which reagents are most likely to accomplish the reaction shown below?

• A) 1. BH₃∙THF / 2. HO^-, H₂O₂, H₂O
• B) H⁺, H₂O
• C) 1. Hg(OAc)₂, H₂O, THF / 2. NaBH₄
• D) 1. Hg(OAc)₂, CH₃OH / 2. NaBH₄
• E) NaOH, H₂O

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Definitions:

Follicle-Stimulating Hormone

A hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles in females and sperm production in males.

Sexual Excitation

The arousal and increased physiological and sexual interest that can arise from psychological or physical stimuli.

Ovulation

The process in the female menstrual cycle where a mature egg is released from the ovary, making it available for fertilization.

LH

Luteinizing hormone, a hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that plays a key role in controlling the function of ovaries in women and testes in men.