STANDARDChemistry-Amines
STANDARD Chemistry Reactivity of Amines MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
The most reactive amine towards dilute hydrochloric acid is _____.
A
CH₃ – NH₂
B
C₆H₅ – NH₂
C
(CH₃)₂NH
D
(C₂H₅)₃N
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Primary amines like CH₃ – NH₂ have a lone pair of electrons on nitrogen that can readily react with HCl, making them more reactive.
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