STANDARDChemistry-Amines
STANDARD Chemistry Properties of Amines MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Tertiary amines have lowest boiling points amongst isomeric amines because
A
they have highest molecular mass
B
they do not form hydrogen bonds
C
they are more polar in nature
D
they are most basic in nature
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
Primary and secondary amines can form hydrogen bonds whereas tertiary amines fail to do so. Hence, their boiling points are lowest.
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