The reaction of an alkyl halide with predominantly yields an isonitrile, whereas reaction with yields a nitrile. This demonstrates the behavior of:

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The reaction of an alkyl halide with $AgCN$ predominantly yields an isonitrile, whereas reaction with $KCN$ yields a nitrile. This demonstrates the behavior of:

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B. The cyanide ion is an ambident nucleophile with two attack sites (C and N). favors attack via Nitrogen, while favors attack via Carbon.

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