Wolff-Kishner reaction
noun
Wolff-Kish·ner reaction
ˈwu̇lfˈkishnə(r)-
: an indirect reduction of an aldehyde or ketone to the corresponding hydrocarbon by heating the hydrazone or semicarbazone derivative with an alcoholic solution of sodium ethoxide or with solid potassium hydroxide
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“Wolff-Kishner reaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Wolff-Kishner%20reaction. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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