Question Detail
Question
On reduction with LiAlH4, which of the following compounds could yield an optically active compound?
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Butanone (CH3COCH2CH3) reduction with LiAlH4 gives 2-butanol (CH3CHOHCH2CH3), which has a chiral center at C2 and is optically active. The others give achiral products.
Hint
Which ketone reduction gives a chiral alcohol?