STANDARDChemistry-Amines

STANDARD Chemistry Preparation of Amines MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Amongst the given set of reactants, the most appropriate for preparing 2° amine is _________.

A

2°R — Br + NH₃

B

2°R — Br + NaCN followed by H₂/Pt

C

1°R — NH₂ + PCHO followed by H₂/Pt

D

1°P—Br (2 mol) + potassium phthalimide followed by H₃O⁺/heat

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

The reaction involves reductive amination where a primary amine reacts with an aldehyde to form a secondary amine.

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