Question detail
Which reaction is used to convert nitro compounds into amines?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Amines (A-level only)
Question
- A. Hydrogenation
- B. Nucleophilic substitution
- C. Electrophilic substitution
- D. Dehydrohalogenation
Answer
Hydrogenation
Explanation
Nitro compounds can be converted into amines through hydrogenation, which involves the addition of hydrogen across the nitro group, reducing it to an amine.
Common mistake
Incorrect Reaction Conditions
Students often forget to specify the necessary reaction conditions for the preparation of amines, such as the use of a reducing agent or specific temperature.
Always include the required reaction conditions when describing the preparation of amines. For example, state that amines can be prepared by reducing nitro compounds using lithium aluminium hydride (LiAlH4) under anhydrous conditions.
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