NTA Abhyas JEE Main2020ChemistryAminesPractice
Identify the product (P) and (Q) in the reactions. R X + A g C N → P + A g X ; R X + K C N → Q + K X
Options
- A(P) → RCN, (Q) → RCN
- B(P) → RCN, (Q) → RNC
- C(P) → RNC, (Q) → RCN
- D(P) → RNC, (Q) → RNC
Correct answer
C. (P) → RNC, (Q) → RCN
Step-by-step solution
R X + A g C N → R N C P + A g X R X + K C N → R C N Q + K X Both C and N can donate electron pairs. Since KCN is predominantly ionic and C - C bond is more stable than C - N bond in case of KCN, attack takes place through carbon atom. AgCN is predominantly covalent hence only nitrogen pair is available for bonding resulting in formation of isocyanide.