Aniline reacts with chloroform and alcoholic to evolve a highly pungent, foul-smelling gas. This tes — Aromatic Hydrocarbons Chemistry Question
Question
Aniline reacts with chloroform and alcoholic $KOH$ to evolve a highly pungent, foul-smelling gas. This test is specific for primary amines. What is the reaction name and the major product?
Answer: B
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Carbylamine reaction treats a primary amine with chloroform and a strong base (via a dichlorocarbene intermediate) to form an incredibly foul-smelling isocyanide ($-NC$).
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