Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

by Wade Jr., L. G.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0321768418

ISBN 13: 978-0-32176-841-4

Chapter 2 - Structure and Properties of Organic Molecules - Study Problems - Page 83: 2-24 m

Answer

Definition (Nitrile): A compound containing a cyano group, C triple bonded to N. Example: Acetonitrile $CH_3-CN$

Work Step by Step

General formula -RCN. Example: Acetonitrile $CH_3-CN$

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