The cyanide ion () can attack an alkyl halide through either its carbon atom or its nitrogen atom. Such a reagent is classified as:

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The cyanide ion ($CN^-$) can attack an alkyl halide through either its carbon atom or its nitrogen atom. Such a reagent is classified as:

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B. Ambident nucleophiles possess multiple atoms (reactive sites) capable of donating an electron pair. can form nitriles (via C-attack) or isonitriles (via N-attack).

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