Amine creation, reduction of nitriles
R—C≡N + 4[H] / 2H2 —–>(LiAlH4 in ethoxyethane/ Ni Catalyst heat) R—CH2—NH2
Amine creation, nitrile + halogenalkane
R—X + KCN —–> (warm ethanol) R—C≡N + KX
Main product with excess ammonia
1y Amine
Main product with excess Haloalkane
4y Ammonium salt
Base strength order
1y > 2y > 3y > NH3 > Aromatic Amine