Chemistry-Preparation

NEET Chemistry Preparation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12

When reducing a nitrile compound with lithium aluminium hydride (LiAlH4), what is the primary product formed?

A

Primary amine

B

Secondary amine

C

Tertiary amine

D

Quaternary ammonium salt

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Reduction of nitriles with LiAlH4 produces primary amines, as nitriles gain one carbon atom more than the starting amine.

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