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Mendius reaction involves the reduction of:

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Cyanoalkanes
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Alkyl isocyanides
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Oximes
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Nitroalkanes
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Solution

The correct option is A Cyanoalkanes
Mendius reaction involves the reduction of an organic compound having cyanide group in the presence of an alkali metal and alcohol and results in the formation of amines.

RCNAlkyl cyanide +2H2Na−−−EthanolRCH2NH2Primary amine

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