engineering chemistry MCQ #369

The compound that is most reactive towards HCN is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #369

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The compound that is most reactive towards HCN is?

    • A) CH₃CHO
    • B) C₆H₅CHO
    • C) CH₃COCH₃
    • D) C₆H₅COCH₃

    Answer: CH₃CHO

    Explanation: Aldehydes are more reactive than ketones towards HCN due to less steric hindrance.