Question

Amides may be converted into amines by a reaction named after

(a) Hoffmann (b) Claisen (c) Perkin (d) Kekule

Comments

Hoffman i'e option (a) is correct.......

Answer 1

Option ( A ) is correct

Explanation

When primary amide is treated with Br₂ and NaOH solution ,the amide is converted to primary amine having one C-atom less than the amide taken.

This is known as Hoffmann bromamide reaction or Hoffmann rearrangement or Hoffmann degradation reaction.

Answer 2

Correct option (a)

Explanation :

This reaction is called Hoffmann bromamide reaction.