NEET2026Chemistry-Reduction Reactions
NEET 2026 Chemistry Reduction of Nitriles Multiple Correct Question
Type: Multiple Correct-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Select the reagents that reduce nitriles to primary amines.
A
(i) LiAlH₄; (ii) H₂O
B
Sn + HCl
C
H₂/Ni
D
Na(Hg)/C₂H₅OH
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
LiAlH₄ and H₂/Ni are commonly used to reduce nitriles to primary amines. Na(Hg)/C₂H₅OH is also effective in this reduction. Sn + HCl and Br₂/aq. NaOH are not typically used for this purpose.
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