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Question
A nitrile can be made by dehydrating an amide. However, for this reaction to occur, the amide must be :
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
For dehydration of an amide to a nitrile, the amide must be primary (CONH2). Secondary and tertiary amides cannot be dehydrated to nitriles because they lack the necessary N-H hydrogens to eliminate water.
Hint
Which type of amide can be dehydrated to a nitrile?