Chapter 17, Problem 17.7YT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Number of electrons gained by $\text{buta-2-one}$ when it is reduced to $\text{butan-2-ol}$ is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

$\text{Buta-2-one}$ converts to $\text{butan-2-ol}$ through reduction; the carbon C=O in $\text{buta-2-one}$ has $\text{+2}$ oxidation whereas the carbon C-OH in $\text{butan-2-ol}$ has $\text{0}$ oxidation state.