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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Question:

An organic compound 'A' with molecular formula CH4O reacts with HI to give an alkyl iodide which than reacts with potassium cyanide to produce 'B'. Compound 'B' on reduction followed by reaction with HNO2 gives an alcohol which on oxidation gives 'C'. Compound 'C' on oxidation followed by reaction with CH3MgBr gives 'D' which on hydrolysis gives compound 'E' which is also an alcohol. 

What is the name of the compound 'B'? 

Options:

Acetonitrile

Ethyl cyanide

Methyl isocyanide

Ethyl isocyanide

Correct Answer:

Acetonitrile

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 1. Acetonitrile.