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In order to prepare a $1^{\circ}$ amine from an alkyl halide with simultaneous addition of one $\mathrm{CH}_2$ group in the carbon chain, the reagent used as a source of nitrogen is
ChemistryAmines
Options:
  • A
    sodium amide, $\mathrm{NaNH}_2$
  • B
    sodium azide, $\mathrm{NaN}_3$
  • C
    potassium cyanide, $\mathrm{KCN}$
  • D
    potassium phthalimide, $\mathrm{C}_6 \mathrm{H}_4(\mathrm{CO})_2 \mathrm{~N}^{-} \mathrm{K}^{+}$
Solution:
2531 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
potassium cyanide, $\mathrm{KCN}$
$1^{\circ}$ amine with increased $-\mathrm{CH}_2$ group can be achieved by following the given steps:



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