engineering chemistry MCQ #530

The reaction of aldehydes with NaCN/HCl gives?

engineering chemistry MCQ #530

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of aldehydes with NaCN/HCl gives?

    • A) Cyanohydrins
    • B) Aldol products
    • C) α-hydroxy acids
    • D) α-amino acids

    Answer: Cyanohydrins

    Explanation: Aldehydes react with NaCN and HCl to form cyanohydrins, which can be hydrolyzed to α-hydroxy acids.