CN^- + H2O ⇌ HCN + OH^- Addition of which of the following reagent can make the reaction proceed towards forward direction.

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CN^- + H2O ⇌ HCN + OH^-
Addition of which of the following reagent can make the reaction proceed towards forward direction.

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: AB. w a K h K C   H+ remove OH– forming weaker acid H2O as compared to HCN.

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