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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Amines: Nomenclature, Isomerism, and Synthesis Objective Question

Question

Which of the following is a secondary amine?
Options
A CH3NH2
B (CH3)2NH
Correct Answer
C (CH3)3N
D C6H5NH2
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A secondary amine has two alkyl (or aryl) groups attached to nitrogen: R2NH. (CH3)2NH is dimethylamine, a secondary amine.

Hint

Count the number of carbon groups attached to N.

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