STANDARDChemistry-Amines
STANDARD Chemistry Preparation of Amines MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Best method for preparing primary amines from alkyl halides without changing the number of carbon atoms in the chain is
A
Hoffmann bromamide reaction
B
Gabriel phthalimide synthesis
C
Sandmeyer reaction
D
Reaction with NH₃
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
Gabriel phthalimide synthesis is used to prepare primary amines from alkyl halides without changing the carbon chain length. It involves the reaction of phthalimide with an alkyl halide, followed by hydrolysis.
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