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CHM 102 Fundamentals of Amines: Nomenclature, Isomerism, and Synthesis Objective Question
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Which of the following is the strongest base?
Options
A NH3
B CH3NH2
C (CH3)2NH
Correct Answer
D (CH3)3N
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In the gas phase, basicity increases with alkyl substitution. In aqueous solution, (CH3)2NH is often the strongest due to a combination of inductive effects and solvation/hydrogen bonding effects.

Hint

Secondary amines are often most basic in water.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Amines: Nomenclature, Isomerism, and Synthesis
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 248 of 1999
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