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Which of the following is required in Stephen reaction?

A
LiCl
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NiCl2
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C
SnCl2
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TiCl4
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Solution

The correct option is C SnCl2
Nitriles are converted to respective imines with SnCl2 in the presence of HCl, which on hydrolysis gives corresponding aldehyde.

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