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What is the product of the reduction of an aldehyde?

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Answer:

Achol

Step-by-step explanation:

Reduction of other aldehydes gives primary alcohols. Reduction of ketones gives secondary alcohols. The acidic work-up converts an intermediate metal alkoxide salt into the desired alcohol via a simple acid base reaction.

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