AIPMT PRELIMS2006Chemistry-Amines
AIPMT PRELIMS 2006 Chemistry Basicity of Amines MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which of the following is more basic than aniline ?
A
Diphenylamine
B
Triphenylamine
C
p-nitroaniline
D
Benzylamine
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
Benzylamine is more basic than aniline because the benzyl group is electron-donating, increasing the electron density on the nitrogen atom, making it more basic.
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