Chemistry-Preparation
NEET Chemistry Preparation MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 12
Which method primarily yields a mixture of primary, secondary, tertiary amines, and quaternary ammonium salts?
A
Ammonolysis with a strong base
B
Reduction of nitriles
C
Reduction of amides
D
Reaction with halides
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Ammonolysis can yield a mixture of primary, secondary, tertiary amines, and also quaternary ammonium salt, especially when not using an excess of ammonia, as noted in the preparation section.
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