engineering chemistry MCQ #806

The reaction of alkyl halide with KCN gives?

engineering chemistry MCQ #806

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of alkyl halide with KCN gives?

    • A) alkyl cyanide
    • B) alkyl isocyanide
    • C) both A and B
    • D) none of the above

    Answer: both A and B

    Explanation: KCN is ambident, reacting through both C and N, forming alkyl cyanide and isocyanide.