Nitrogen Containing Compounds Question 127

Question: The amine which can react with $ C_6H_5-SO_2-Cl $ to form a product insoluble in alkali shall be [AMU 2000]

Options:

A) Primary amine

B) Secondary amine

C) Tertiary amine

D) Both primary and secondary amines

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

$ C_6H_5SO_2Cl $ is called Hinsberg?s reagent they react with sec amine to form a product in soluble in alkalies. This reaction used to separate $ 1^{o} $ , $ 2^{o} $ and $ 3^{o} $ amine from their mixture.