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Which compound is obtained when benzophenone is reduced using Zn-Hg/HCl?
Explanation
Clemmensen reduction of benzophenone using Zn-Hg/HCl reduces the carbonyl group to a methylene (-CH₂-) group, forming diphenylmethane. This follows from latest NCERT 2026-27 principle explaining the concept clearly for NEET students in simple steps as per rationalized syllabus.
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