AIIMS2002Chemistry-Organic Chemistry

AIIMS 2002 Chemistry Cyanohydrin Formation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

The compound most suitable for the preparation of cyanohydrin is

A

C₆H₅COOH

B

C₆H₅NH₂

C

C₆H₅COOC₂H₅

D

C₂H₅−C₂H₅

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Cyanohydrin can be prepared easily by the reaction of HCN with carbonyl compounds.

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