What type of bond is typically formed during the reduction of a ketone to form an alcohol?

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The question is asking about the type of bond that is formed when a ketone is reduced to an alcohol. This involves understanding the chemical process of reduction and the types of bonds involved.

Answer

A C-H bond.

The final answer is a C-H bond.

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The final answer is a C-H bond.

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During the reduction of a ketone to an alcohol, a C-H bond forms as the pi bond in the carbonyl group breaks and a hydrogen is added to the carbon atom.

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A common mistake is confusing the type of bond formed with other reactions where different bonds might be involved.

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