JEE Main202225 Jun 2022Morning ShiftChemistryAminesActual
The reaction of with bromine and KOH gives RNH 2 as the end product. Which one of the following is the intermediate product formed in this reaction?
Options
- AR - NH - Br
- BR - N = C = O
Correct answer
2
Step-by-step solution
The given reaction follows Hoffman bromamide degradation mechanism for the preparation of primary amines. In this reaction alkyl or aryl isocynate is formed as an intermediate. The formation of intermediate is shown below.