Nitrogen Containing Compounds Question 111
Question: Which statement is not correct [MP PMT 1995]
Options:
A) Amines form hydrogen bond
B) Ethyl amine has higher boiling point than propane
C) Methyl amine is more basic than ammonia
D) Dimethyl amine is less basic than methyl amine
Show Answer
Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
In methyl amine only one electron releasing group is present but in dimethyl amine two electron releasing groups are present which increase the basicity higher in dienethyl amine.