In the amphiphilic molecule acetonitrile (), how many atoms directly within the functional group can effectively act as either an electrophilic or a nucleophilic reactive center?

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In the amphiphilic molecule acetonitrile ($CH_3-C\equiv N$), how many atoms directly within the functional group can effectively act as either an electrophilic or a nucleophilic reactive center?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: 2. In amphiphilic molecules containing multiple bonds between atoms of different electronegativities, both atoms can be reactive. In , the carbon atom acts as an electrophile, and the nitrogen atom (with its lone pair) acts as a nucleophile. Thus, there are 2 reactive centers.

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