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Question
Which of the following is a common example of a hydride used as a reducing agent in organic chemistry, mentioned in the document?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Page 11 states, 'Lithium tetrahydridoaluminate(iii) (or lithium aluminium hydride) LiAlH₄ is a common example of hydride use as a reducing agent in organic chemistry. It is known for reducing amides (RCONH₂) to amines (RCH₂NH₂).'
Hint
Look for the specific compound mentioned that is explicitly identified as a 'reducing agent in organic chemistry'.