NEET Chemistry Basicity MCQ Question
Given the Kb values of methylamine (4.4 x 10^-4) and ammonia (1.8 x 10^-5), which of the following statements is correct regarding their basicity?
Methylamine is more basic than ammonia.
Ammonia is more basic than methylamine.
Methylamine and ammonia have the same basicity.
Kb cannot determine the basicity of amines.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Basicity is related to the value of Kb; a larger Kb indicates a stronger base. Since methylamine has a larger Kb than ammonia, it is more basic.
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