Nitrogen Containing Compounds Question 76

Question: Which of the following compound is expected to be most basic [NCERT 1982]

Options:

A) Aniline

B) Methylamine

C) Hydroxylamine

D) Ethylamine

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Due to +ve I.E. of alkyl group, N-atom of amines acquires patrial ?ve charge and thus electron pair is easily donated.