I'm not positive on this, but I think when you have a choice
between LiAlH4 and NaBH4 Dr. Fryhle said you should use NaBH4. I'm sorry
that I don't recall his explanation for this. I hopes that helps you a
little. If anyone else remembers why, let me know. Happy Studying! (as
if that concept exists)
Lisa (anderslj)
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On Thu, 12 Dec 1996 aldenjc@plu.edu wrote:
> Chem Fans,
> When reducing alcohols of carbonyl compounds when either LiAlH4 or
> NaBH4, which one should be used? Is there an order of priority, since both
> of them reduce aldehydes and ketones?
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