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Which reagent can convert a nitrile to an amide?
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$\mathrm{SOCl}_2$
$\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O} / \mathrm{H}^{+}$
Explanation: Nitriles can be hydrolyzed to primary amides using acidic or basic conditions. Water in the presence of an acid $\left(\mathrm{H}^{+}\right)$ facilitates this conversion.
Explanation: Nitriles can be hydrolyzed to primary amides using acidic or basic conditions. Water in the presence of an acid $\left(\mathrm{H}^{+}\right)$ facilitates this conversion.
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