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Primary amines react with benzoyl chloride to give:

  • (A) Benzamides
  • (B) Ethanamides
  • (C) Imides
  • (D) Imines

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When primary amines react with benzoyl chloride, the primary amine undergoes acylation, resulting in the formation of a specific product. The correct answer to your question is:

Benzamides

Benzamides are formed when the amine group of the primary amine reacts with the carbonyl group of benzoyl chloride. This reaction involves the substitution of the chlorine atom in benzoyl chloride by the amine, leading to the creation of a benzamide.

Key Points

  • Reaction Type: Acylation of amines.
  • Product: Benzamide.
  • Mechanism: Nucleophilic attack by the amine on the carbonyl carbon.

Thus, the answer is (A) Benzamides.