CCl_4 and CHCl_3 can be distinguished by the action of:

JEE Main Chemistry question

and can be distinguished by the action of:

(A) (alc.)Correct
(B) (alc.)
(C)Hydrolysis
(D)Burning in air

Answer: (A)

Solution

Chloroform, having one hydrogen, gives a positive carbylamine test when heated with a primary amine () and alcoholic KOH (forming the foul-smelling isocyanide), whereas carbon

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