Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 12
Considering the solubility characteristics of amines, which of the following statements is correct about butan-1-amine and butan-1-ol?
A
Butan-1-amine is more soluble in water than butan-1-ol.
B
Butan-1-ol is more soluble in water than butan-1-amine.
C
Both have equal solubility in water.
D
Neither is soluble in water.
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
Given the electronegativity of nitrogen (3.0) and oxygen (3.5), butan-1-ol, which contains an -OH group, is more soluble in water than butan-1-amine, which contains an -NH2 group.
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