NEET Chemistry Nucleophilic Addition MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about nucleophilic addition reactions of aldehydes and ketones is correct?
Nucleophiles add to the carbonyl carbon leading to the formation of a tetrahedral intermediate.
The nucleophilic addition of hydrogen cyanide does not require any catalyst.
The reaction with ammonia and its derivatives exclusively forms stable products without any reversibility.
Addition of sodium hydrogensulphite is not applicable to both aldehydes and ketones.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
A nuclerophile attacks the electrophilic carbon atom of the carbonyl group, leading to the formation of a tetrahedral alkoxide intermediate, as noted in the provided context. The other statements are incorrect based on the details given about the reactions.
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