Which compound, when it reacts with hydrogen cyanide, forms a compound containing a chiral centre?
- A$\text{CH}_3\text{CHO}$
- B$\text{CH}_3\text{CH}_2\text{COCH}_2\text{CH}_3$
- C$\text{CH}_3\text{CO}_2\text{CH}_3$
- D$\text{HCHO}$
Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Carbonyl compounds
Which compound, when it reacts with hydrogen cyanide, forms a compound containing a chiral centre?