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In the reaction CH3CHO + HCN → CH3CH(OH)CN, a chiral centre is produced. This product is(a) dextrorotatory (b) racemic mixture(c) meso compound (d) laevorotatory.

Answer»

The correct option is (b).

Explanation:

As during the reaction, a chiral carbon is created and further since the CN- ion can attack the planer aldehyde group both from the top and the bottom face of the aldehyde group with equal case, therefore, a 50-50 mixture of the two enantiomers, that is, a racemic mixture is obtained.



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