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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