Action of `HNO_(2)` on ethylamine gives

Assertion : Action of HNO_(2) on propan-1-amine gives mainly propan-2-ol. Reason : The reaction proceeds via carbocation intermediate and so rearranged products are possible.

The action of dil. HNO_3 on magnesium gives:

Comment on the action of HNO_(3) on the metals above and below hydrogen in the electrochemical series. Give example.

Suggest the action of HNO_(3) on non-metals.

Action of HNO_2 on CH_3NH_2 gives