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In the following reaction, CH3CH2NH2 reacts with CHCl3 and 3KOH to produce a foul-smelling compound, ethyl isocyanide (CH3CH2NC). This reaction is referred to as the carbylamine reaction. Which compound is the product responsible for the bad odor?

1. Ethylamine (CH3CH2NH2)
2. Chloroform (CHCl3)
3. Potassium hydroxide (3KOH)
4. Ethyl isocyanide (CH3CH2NC)

Correct answer: Ethyl isocyanide (CH3CH2NC)

Solution

The question asks for the bad-smelling compound produced in the reaction, which is ethyl isocyanide (CH3CH2NC).

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