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GUJCET · Chemistry · Amines

The most reactive amine towards dil. HCl is ___________ .

  1. A \(\left( CH _3\right)_2 NH\)
  2. B \(\left( CH _3\right)_3 N\)
  3. C \(CH _3 NH _2\)
  4. D \(C _6 H _5 NH _2\)
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Correct Answer

(A) \(\left( CH _3\right)_2 NH\)

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Detailed explanation

The most reactive amine towards dil. HCl is the strongest base. Basicity order of methylamines in aqueous solution: \(\left( CH_3\right)_2 NH > CH_3 NH_2 > \left( CH_3\right)_3 N\).