Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 12
A diagram shows a nitrogen atom bonded to three methyl groups with a bond angle of 108° around the nitrogen. What type of amine is depicted in this structure?
A
Primary amine
B
Secondary amine
C
Tertiary amine
D
Quaternary ammonium salt
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The structure described is trimethylamine, which is a tertiary amine because all three hydrogen atoms of ammonia are replaced by methyl groups.
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