engineering chemistry MCQ #552

What is the product of the reaction between CH₃CHO and HCN?

engineering chemistry MCQ #552

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the product of the reaction between CH₃CHO and HCN?

    • A) CH₃CH(OH)CN
    • B) CH₃COCN
    • C) CH₃CH₂CN
    • D) CH₃COCH₃

    Answer: CH₃CH(OH)CN

    Explanation: The reaction is a nucleophilic addition, where CN- adds to the carbonyl carbon, forming a cyanohydrin.