Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12
Which of the following statements about amines is correct?
A
Primary amines are formed by replacing one hydrogen atom of ammonia with an alkyl or aryl group.
B
All amines are gases with a fishy odour regardless of their carbon chain length.
C
Tertiary amines can form hydrogen bonds with water, making them highly soluble.
D
Amines cannot react with acid chlorides or anhydrides in nucleophilic substitution reactions.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Primary amines are formed by replacing one hydrogen atom of ammonia with an alkyl or aryl group, as stated in the NCERT context. The other options contain misconceptions about the properties and reactivity of amines.
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