Phenylmethanamine, , is a primary amine that can be prepared from benzene. Suggest a three-step synthesis of phenylmethanamine from benzene, naming the reagent(s) and conditions for each step and stating the type of reaction for each step.
CAIE A Level Chemistry 9701 · Organic synthesis
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