A solution of NaCN is

Acidic in nature

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Alkaline in nature

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Neutral in nature

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Amphoteric in nature

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Solution

The correct option is B
Alkaline in nature

$N a C N + H_{2} O ⇌ H C N + O H^{-}$

A solution of $N a C N$ is alkaline due to the hydrolysis of strong conjugate base CN” ions;

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