Base Catalysed Nucleophilic Addition Reactions of Aldehydes and Ketones | Addition of HCN and NaHSO3

In this YouTube video, we will explore the topic of base catalysed nucleophilic addition reactions. Nucleophilic addition reactions are a fundamental class of organic reactions, where a nucleophile adds to an electrophilic substrate, resulting in the formation of a new bond. Base catalysed nucleophilic addition reactions involve the use of a base as a catalyst to initiate the reaction. The base deprotonates the nucleophile, making it more reactive and allowing it to attack the electrophilic substrate more effectively. This process is commonly used in organic synthesis to create a wide range of functional groups. Throughout the video, we will cover the mechanism of the reaction, including the role of HCN and NaHSO3 in the reaction, and how the reaction proceeds step by step. #mwschemistry #carbonylcompounds #aldehydes #ketones #aldehydesandketones