Question

When $1^0$ amine reacts with $CHC{l}_3$ in ethanolic $KOH$, the product formed is:

• A. an isocyanide
• B. an aldehyde
• C. a cyanide
• D. an alcohol

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

an isocyanide

When $1^0$ amine reacts with $CHC{l}_3$ in ethanolic $KOH$, an isocyanide is formed as a product.
The reaction is as follows:

$C_6{H}_{5}N{H}_2+CHC{l}_3+3KOH\to C_6{H}_{5}NC+3KCl+3H_{2}O$

This reaction is also called as a carbylamine reaction.

Option A is correct.