TS EAMCET · Chemistry · Carboxylic Acid Derivatives
Which one of the following functional groups undergoes hydrolysis with alkali to yield an acid group?
- A \(-\mathrm{CN}\)
- B \(-\mathrm{CHO}\)
- C \(-\mathrm{COCH}_3\)
- D \(-\mathrm{Br}\)
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(A) \(-\mathrm{CN}\)
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Detailed explanation
Cyanides are hydrolysed either by alkali or acid to give carboxylic acid.
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