Why NaBH4 not preferred for preparation of primary alkane .. though it act as a strong reducing agent f for preparation of secondary and tertiary alkan

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In NaBH4, the negative charge is developed by the non metal, B, which is relatively stable. This slows down the reaction making the hydride a weaker nucleophile. This favours SN1, which does not occur for 1°.

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Why NaBH4 not preferred for preparation of primary alkane .. though it act as a strong reducing agent f for preparation of secondary and tertiary alkan

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Why NaBH4 not preferred for preparation of primary alkane .. though it act as a strong reducing agent f for preparation of secondary and tertiary alkan

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