Question

How will you convert
propionaldehyde into n-propyl amine

Answer 1

Answer:

Propionaldehyde can be converted to n-propyl amine in two steps. Propionaldehyde is treated with hydroxyl amine in weakly acidic medium to form imine product known as propionaldoxime. In thisvstep,propionaldoxime is reduced by proper reducing agent like Na in ethanol to form n-propyl amine.