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

Question

Which of the following is a 4° (quaternary) ammonium salt?
Options
A CH3NH3+ Cl-
B (CH3)2NH2+ Cl-
C (CH3)3NH+ Cl-
D (CH3)4N+ Cl-
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Tetramethylammonium chloride has four methyl groups attached to nitrogen, making it a quaternary salt. The others are 1°, 2°, and 3° ammonium salts.

Hint

Four alkyl groups, no N-H bonds.

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