JIPMER2018Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
Which of the following chemicals are used to manufacture methyl isocyanate that caused "Bhopal tragedy"? (i) Methylamine (ii) Phosgene (iii) Phosphine (iv) Dimethylamine
Options
- A(i) and (ii)
- B(iii) and (iv)
- C(i) and (iii)
- D(ii) and (iv)
Correct answer
A. (i) and (ii)
Step-by-step solution
Methyl isocyanate ( CH ₃ NCO ) is industrially prepared by the reaction of methyl amine and phosgene (carbonyl chloride).