Which of the following is obtained from the reaction of 2-butanone with H₂ in the presence of a transition metal catalyst? A) 1-butene B) 2-butene C) 1-butanol D) 2-butanol

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The reaction of 2-butanone with H₂ in the presence of a transition metal catalyst produces a reduction reaction, converting the ketone (2-butanone) to an alcohol. The product obtained from this reaction would be 2-butanol (D), not any of the other choices.

Which of the Following Is Obtained from the Reaction of 2-Butanone