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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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What is the product of the reduction of a nitrile with LiAlH4?
Options
A Primary alcohol
B Primary amine (RCH2NH2)
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C Aldehyde
D Carboxylic acid
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

LiAlH4 reduces nitriles to primary amines: R-C≡N + 4[H] → R-CH2NH2.

Hint

Nitrile to primary amine.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 325 of 1999
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