Sodium borohydride (NABH4) is a very selective reagent. Which functional groups can sodium borohydride reduce? Choose all that apply. O1. Ester O I. Ketone II. Carboxylic Acid IV. Aldehyde

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Sodium borohydride (NABH4) is a very selective reagent. Which functional groups can sodium
borohydride reduce? Choose all that apply.
I.
Ester
I.
Ketone
II.
Carboxylic Acid
IV.
Aldehyde
Transcribed Image Text:Sodium borohydride (NABH4) is a very selective reagent. Which functional groups can sodium borohydride reduce? Choose all that apply. I. Ester I. Ketone II. Carboxylic Acid IV. Aldehyde
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