Question
Chemistry Question on preparation of dihydrogen
Which one of the following can produce hydrogen when treated with metallic sodium?
A
(CH3)2NH
B
CH3NH2
C
C6H5NH2
D
CH3CONH2
Answer
CH3CONH2
Explanation
Solution
CH3CONH2 on treatment with metallic sodium produce hydrogen. CH3CONH2+Na→CH3CONH−Na++21H2↑