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What is formed when an alkyl cyanide reacts with sodium in ether?

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Remember the important conversion: \[ R-C \equiv N \xrightarrow[\text{Reduction}]{} R-CH_2NH_2 \] Thus:
• Nitrile \(\rightarrow\) Primary amine
• Number of carbon atoms increases by one compared to alkyl halide used in cyanide preparation.
Updated On: May 19, 2026
  • Primary amine
  • Secondary amine
  • Alkene
  • Alcohol
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The Correct Option is A

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