Chemistry · Organic Chemistry
CN- is a specific catalyst for benzoin condensation because: 1. It is a nucleophile. 2. Its electron-withdrawing ability facilitates the loss of the aldehydic hydrogen. 3. It is a good leaving group. 4. It is a strong base. Select the correct answer using the options below:
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- 1Only 2, 3 and 4 are true
- 2Only 1, 3 and 4 are true
- 3Only 1, 2 and 3 are true✓
- 41, 2, 3 and 4 are true
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Only 1, 2 and 3 are true
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