1.

Steps involved in formation of adiponitrile are _______(a) Benzene → adipic acid → cyclohexane → adiponitrile(b) Cyclohexane → benzene → adipic acid → adiponitrile(c) Benzene → cyclohexane →adipic acid → adiponitrile(d) Cyclohexane → adipic acid → benzene → adiponitrileThis question was addressed to me in examination.My enquiry is from Inorganic Chemical in chapter Inorganic Chemical Industries of Chemical Technology

Answer» CORRECT option is (c) Benzene → cyclohexane →adipic ACID → adiponitrile

Easiest explanation: Benzene on reduction gives cyclohexane, which further t forming adipic acid. Adipic acid on dehydration in PRESENCE of ammonia forms an AMIDE which on dehydration produces adiponitrile.


Discussion

No Comment Found

Related InterviewSolutions