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Which is formed, when acetonitrile is hydrolysed partially with cold concentrated HCl?

1. Acetic acid
2. Acetamide
3. Methyl cyanide
4. Acetic anhydrides

Correct answer: Acetamide

Solution

Partial hydrolysis of acetonitrile (methyl cyanide) with cold concentrated HCl results in the formation of acetamide. Complete hydrolysis would yield acetic acid.

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