Question

What is the product P obtained in following reaction?
\(\text{CH}_3\text{CH}_2\text{Br}+\text{AgCN}_{(alc)}\rightarrow \text{P}\)

• A. \(\text{CH}_3\text{CH}_2\text{NC}\)
• B. \(\text{CH}_3\text{CH}_2\text{CN}\)
• C. \(\text{CH}_3\text{CH}_2\text{CONH}_2\)
• D. \(\text{CH}_3\text{CH}_2\text{NH}_2\)

Hint:

AgCN is covalent, so nitrogen attacks and an isocyanide forms.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Compare with KCN
KCN gives alkyl cyanides (nitriles) and AgCN gives isocyanides. This is a standard contrast.

Step 2: Answer
Option (A).

Final Answer:
CH3CH2NC. \[ \boxed{\text{(A)}\ CH_3CH_2NC} \]