STANDARDChemistry-Amines

STANDARD Chemistry Preparation of Amines MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following methods of preparation of amines will not give same number of carbon atoms in the chain of amines as in the reactant?

A

Reaction of nitrite with LiAlH₄.

B

Reaction of amide with LiAlH₄ followed by treatment with water.

C

Heating alkyl halide with potassium salt of phthalimide followed by hydrolysis.

D

Treatment of amide with bromine in aqueous solution of sodium hydroxide.

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

All other reactions give the same number of C atoms in the chain of amines as in the reactants. The reaction of amide with bromine in aqueous solution of sodium hydroxide results in one less carbon atom.

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