Question
Chemistry Question on Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
A and B in the following reactions are :
A
B
C
D
Answer
Explanation
Solution
When a ketone undergoes a reaction with HCN, it results in the formation of a cyanohydrin. The cyanohydrin that is produced in this manner can then be further reduced to yield a primary amine by the use of LiAlH4.
So, the correct option is (D).