What type of chemical reaction is this?CH3CHO + NH3 -> CH3CH(OH)NH2
Correct answer: D. Nucleophilic addition
- A. Addition - elimination
- B. Electrophilic addition
- C. Free radical addition
- D. Nucleophilic addition
Explanation
The given reaction involves the addition of a nucleophile (NH3) to a carbonyl group of an aldehyde (CH3CHO) to form an imine. This type of reaction is known as nucleophilic addition.
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About Nucleophilic Addition Reactions
Nucleophilic addition occurs at the polar carbonyl group of aldehydes and ketones, where a nucleophile attacks the electron-deficient carbon atom. Reactions with hydrogen cyanide, sodium bisulfite, alcohols and Grignard reagents are explained through tetrahedral intermediates, acid or base catalysis, and the different reactivity of aldehydes and ketones.
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