NEET Chemistry Preparation MCQ Question
Consider a diagram depicting the reduction of nitriles to amines using LiAlH4. Which of the following best describes the change in the number of carbon atoms in the amine compared to the starting nitrile?
Increases by one carbon atom
Decreases by one carbon atom
Remains the same
Increases by two carbon atoms
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The reduction of nitriles with lithium aluminium hydride (LiAlH4) results in the formation of primary amines, with an increase of one carbon atom in the amine compared to the starting nitrile, as per the NCERT context.
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