Chemistry-Basicity
NEET Chemistry Basicity MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12
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?
A
Methylamine
B
Dimethylamine
C
Trimethylamine
D
All have equal basicity
Correct Answer
Option B
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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