The Formation of Acetone from Acetoacetate Is an Example of Which

question 32

Multiple Choice

The formation of acetone from acetoacetate is an example of which of the following type of reaction?

• A) decarboxylation
• B) hydrolysis
• C) reduction
• D) oxidation

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