Question
Question: In Lassaigne’s test, the organic compound is fused with sodium metal as to :...
In Lassaigne’s test, the organic compound is fused with sodium metal as to :
A
Hydrolyse the compound
B
Form a sodium derivative
C
Convert nitrogen, sulphur or halogens if present into soluble ionic sodium compound
D
Burn the compound
Answer
Convert nitrogen, sulphur or halogens if present into soluble ionic sodium compound
Explanation
Solution
Since organic compounds are covalent, hence direct test is not possible.