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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 in aqueous solution among aliphatic amines?
Options
A NH₃
B CH₃NH₂
C (CH₃)₂NH
Correct Answer
D (CH₃)₃N
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In aqueous solution, (CH₃)₂NH is often the strongest due to a combination of inductive effects and solvation/hydrogen bonding effects (steric hindrance reduces solvation in (CH₃)₃N).

Hint

Secondary amines are often most basic in water.

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Course: CHM 102
Topic: Fundamentals of Amines: Nomenclature, Isomerism, and Synthesis
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 606 of 1999
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