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STANDARD Chemistry Basicity of Amines MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
Amongst the following, the strongest base in aqueous medium is ____.
A
CH₃NH₂
B
NCCH₂NH₂
C
(CH₃)₂NH
D
C₆H₅NHCH₃
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Dimethylamine ((CH₃)₂NH) is the strongest base among the given options because the electron-donating methyl groups increase the electron density on the nitrogen, making it more basic.
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