Question

Consider the following reactions: \[ \text{NH}_2 \text{O} \xrightarrow{\text{NaNO}_2, \text{HCl}, 0-5^\circ C} [A] \xrightarrow{\text{HCl dil.}, \text{NaOH}} [B] \] - (i) The molecular formula of [A] is C₁₄H₁₄N₂O₂
- (ii) The molecular formula of [C] is C₁₆H₁₈N₂O₂ The total number of sp³ hybridized carbon atoms in the major product [C] formed is -----.

Hint:

Count the number of carbons connected to single bonds (sp³ hybridized) to determine the number of sp³ hybridized carbon atoms in the product.

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 4

The reaction sequence involves the diazotization of an amine group, followed by further reactions.
In the final product [C], which is the major product, the total number of sp³ hybridized carbon atoms is 4, as the product structure involves 4 sp³ hybridized carbons. Thus, the correct answer is 4.