Question

Alkyl halide is converted into alkyl isocyanide by reaction with

• A. NaCN
• B. NH$_4$CN
• C. KCN
• D. AgCN

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

AgCN

Answer 2

The reaction with $\text{AgCN}$ leads to the formation of alkyl isocyanide due to the covalent character of $\text{AgCN}$.

The Correct Answer is: AgCN