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CHM 102 Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature Objective Question

Question

What type of products are obtained from the reductive ozonolysis of an alkyne?
Options
A Aldehydes and/or ketones
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B Carboxylic acids only
C Diols
D Epoxides
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Reductive workup (e.g., Zn/H₂O) of ozonolysis gives aldehydes or ketones; oxidative workup gives carboxylic acids.

Hint

Reductive workup stops at carbonyl stage.

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