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### Step-by-Step Solution for Stephen Reduction **Step 1: Understanding Stephen Reduction** Stephen Reduction is a specific type of reduction reaction that primarily involves the conversion of nitriles (R-C≡N) to aldehydes (R-CHO) using tin(II) chloride (SnCl2) in the presence of hydrochloric acid (HCl). **Step 2: Reaction Mechanism** 1. **Starting Material**: Begin with a nitrile compound (R-C≡N). 2. **Reagents**: Add SnCl2 and HCl to the nitrile. ...
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    A
    Zinc amalgam+ HCl
    B
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    C
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    A
    Zinc amalgam+ HCl
    B
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    C
    Zinc amalgam+ nitric acid
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    Zinc amalgam+ HCl
    B
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    C
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    D
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