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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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Which of the following reactions is suitable for the preparation of α-amino acids?
Options
A Schmidt reaction
B Hofmann's degradation of amides
C Strecker's synthesis
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D Reduction of nitro compounds
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Strecker's synthesis (aldehyde + NH3 + HCN, followed by hydrolysis) is a classic method for the preparation of α-amino acids.

Hint

Which synthesis is used to prepare α-amino acids from aldehydes?

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