AIIMS2013Chemistry-Nitro Compounds

AIIMS 2013 Chemistry Preparation of Nitro Compounds MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following does not give nitroalkane?

A

CH₃-N⁻CH₃ ⟶ KMnO₄

B

C₂H₅I ⟶ alc. AgNO₂

C

CH₃-CH₃ ⟶ Fuming HNO₃

D

Both (a) and (b)

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Tertiary amines are not oxidised by KMnO4.

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