Which reaction requires platinum as a catalyst?
A)oxidation of an aldehyde or ketone
B)reduction of an aldehyde or ketone
C)reaction of an aldehyde or ketone with an alcohol
D)All of the responses are reactions that are catalyzed by platinum.

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Platinum is commonly used as a catalyst in the reduction of aldehydes and ketones, facilitating the addition of hydrogen (H2) to the carbonyl group to produce alcohols.

Which Reaction Requires Platinum as a Catalyst