Q7 / 90 · JEE Main 2023 (13 Apr Shift 1) · Chemistry

Figure 'A' is

  • Correct answer
    A

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  • B

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  • C

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  • D

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Solution

The mechanism of basic amide hydrolysis begins with the nucleophilic addition of a hydroxide ion at the carbonyl carbon creating a tetrahedral alkoxide intermediate. In the given case ring opening reaction takes place. On acidification, we get a secondary aino acid.

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Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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