NEET Chemistry Basicity MCQ Question
Consider a diagram showing the reaction of primary, secondary, and tertiary amines with a proton to form their respective cations. Which of the following amines is most basic, based on the stability of the cation formed?
Primary amine
Secondary amine
Tertiary amine
All have equal basicity
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Secondary amines are generally more basic than primary and tertiary amines due to the favorable combination of inductive and steric effects that stabilize the cation formed.
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