engineering chemistry MCQ #772

The reaction of alkyl halides with KCN gives

engineering chemistry MCQ #772

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of alkyl halides with KCN gives

    • A) isocyanide
    • B) nitrile
    • C) amine
    • D) amide

    Answer: nitrile

    Explanation: KCN is a source of CN-, a good nucleophile that replaces halide in alkyl halides, forming a nitrile.