What is the difference between Hofmann and Curtius's Rearrangement?

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Hoffmann Rearrangement Curtius Rearrangement
1. It converts primary amide to primary amine. 1. It converts acyl azide to isocynate.
2. The product is primary amine. 2. The product is isocyante.
3. Carbon dioxide is released as side product. 3. Nitrogen gas is released as side product.

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Hoffmann Rearrangement	Curtius Rearrangement
1. It converts primary amide to primary amine.	1. It converts acyl azide to isocynate.
2. The product is primary amine.	2. The product is isocyante.
3. Carbon dioxide is released as side product.	3. Nitrogen gas is released as side product.