Carbonitriles
Carbonitriles are organic compounds that contain a cyano functional group, which consists of a carbon atom triple-bonded to a nitrogen atom. The general formula for a carbonitrile is RCN, where R represents an alkyl or aryl group. The cyano group is highly polar due to the electronegativity difference between carbon and nitrogen, which influences the reactivity and properties of carbonitriles. They are also known as nitriles.
Carbonitriles can be synthesized through various methods, including the dehydration of amides, the reaction of alkyl
Industrially, carbonitriles have diverse applications. Acrylonitrile, a common carbonitrile, is a key monomer in the production