Q44 / 200 · WBJEE 2014 · Chemistry

The reaction of aniline with chloroform under alkaline conditions leads to the formation of

  • A
    phenylcyanide
  • Correct answer
    B
    phenylisonitrile
  • C
    phenylcyanate
  • D
    phenylisocyanate

Solution

Aniline is a primary amine (contains - $\mathrm{NH}_{2}$ group). When it is treated with chloroform under alkaline conditions, it results in the formation of a bad smelling compound, known by the name isonitrile or carbylamine. This reaction is known as carbylamine reaction. Figure

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

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