NEET Chemistry Basicity MCQ Question
Consider a diagram showing the structures of methylamine, dimethylamine, and trimethylamine. Which of these amines is expected to have the highest basicity when dissolved in water?
Methylamine
Dimethylamine
Trimethylamine
All have equal basicity
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Dimethylamine is expected to have the highest basicity due to the balance of inductive and steric effects, which stabilize the cation formed upon protonation.
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