Why is LiAlH4 a stronger reducing agent than NaBH4? But LiAlH4 is a very strong reducing agent than NaBH4 because the Al-H bond in the LiAlH4 is weaker than the B-H bond in NaBH4. This makes the Al-H bond less stable. The reason for this is the low electronegativity of Aluminum co...
Why is buffered aspirin used? Why would you find ethanol or water during an aspirin lab? Explain the comparative reactivity and hazards of NaBH4 as compared to LiAlH4. Also, compare the different results when they are added to A) water; B) ethy...