The cyanide ion $(CN^-)$ acts as an ambident nucleophile. From which end does it act as a stronger nucleophile in an aqueous medium? Give a reason for your answer.
(N/A) The cyanide ion $(CN^-)$ acts as a stronger nucleophile from the carbon end.
This is because the formation of a $C-C$ bond is more stable than the formation of a $C-N$ bond.
In an aqueous medium,the carbon atom carries the negative charge and has a higher electron density,making it more nucleophilic compared to the nitrogen atom.
This is because the formation of a $C-C$ bond is more stable than the formation of a $C-N$ bond.
In an aqueous medium,the carbon atom carries the negative charge and has a higher electron density,making it more nucleophilic compared to the nitrogen atom.
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