Question

which of the following is the product of the reduction of acetone, shown below?
ch3 - c - ch3 (with a double - bond o above the c)
→ (h)
ch3 - ch2 - ch2 - oh
ch3 - ch - ch3 (with an oh above the middle c)
ch3 - c - oh (with a double - bond o above the c)
ch3 - c - och3 (with a double - bond o above the c)
none of the structures represent the product of the reduction of acetone.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall reduction of ketones

The reduction of a ketone (acetone is a ketone with the structure $CH_3 - C(=O)-CH_3$) using a reducing agent like $H_2$ in the presence of a catalyst (e.g., $Ni$, $Pt$, $Pd$) or a metal - hydride reducing agent (e.g., $NaBH_4$, $LiAlH_4$) results in the formation of a secondary alcohol.

Step2: Analyze the products

The reaction of acetone ($CH_3 - C(=O)-CH_3$) with a reducing agent adds hydrogen across the carbon - oxygen double bond. The product is 2 - propanol with the structure $CH_3 - CH(OH)-CH_3$.

Answer:

$CH_3 - CH(OH)-CH_3$ (the second option in the list)