Question

Which of the following is hydrolysed to give secondary amine ?

• A. Alkyl cyanide
• B. Nitroalkanes
• C. Acid amide
• D. Dimethylformamide

Answer 1

The correct option is A Alkyl cyanide

The reaction of ammonia with an alkyl halide leads to the formation of a primary amine. The primary amine that is formed can also react with the alkyl halide, which leads to a disubstituted amine that can further react to form a trisubstituted amine. Therefore, the alkylation of ammonia leads to a mixture of products.

hence A is correct answer