What's the product of these organic reactions?

In summary, an organic reaction is a chemical reaction involving compounds containing carbon atoms. The products of these reactions can vary and can be determined through experimentation and analysis. While some products can be predicted, there are many factors that can influence the outcome. Common types of organic reactions include substitution, elimination, addition, and condensation reactions.
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1. Homework Statement
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For part a), I know that it is a nucleophilic addition reaction of CN- to form cynohydrin, but how come there are 2N atoms in E? How does NH4+ react with CH3CHO or the cynohydrin formed?

For part b), what reaction is this?

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What is an organic reaction?

An organic reaction is a chemical reaction that involves organic compounds, which are compounds containing carbon atoms. These reactions typically involve breaking and forming covalent bonds between carbon atoms to create new molecules.

What are the products of organic reactions?

The products of organic reactions can vary greatly depending on the specific reaction and starting materials involved. Generally, they can include new organic compounds, inorganic products, and byproducts such as water or carbon dioxide.

How do you determine the product of an organic reaction?

Determining the product of an organic reaction requires a thorough understanding of the reaction mechanism and the starting materials involved. This can be achieved through experimentation and analysis using techniques such as spectroscopy and chromatography.

Can the product of an organic reaction be predicted?

In some cases, the product of an organic reaction can be predicted using knowledge of reaction mechanisms and the reactivity of the starting materials. However, there are many factors that can influence the outcome of a reaction, making it difficult to predict with 100% accuracy.

What are some common types of organic reactions?

Some common types of organic reactions include substitution, elimination, addition, and condensation reactions. These reactions can be further categorized based on the type of functional group involved, such as alkanes, alkenes, and alcohols.

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