engineering chemistry MCQ #789

The reaction of alkyl halides with KCN gives?

engineering chemistry MCQ #789

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of alkyl halides with KCN gives?

    • A) Alkyl cyanide
    • B) Alkyl isocyanide
    • C) Alkene
    • D) None of these

    Answer: Alkyl cyanide

    Explanation: KCN is a good nucleophile, and CN⁻ replaces halide in an SN2 reaction, forming alkyl cyanide.