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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of the following statements is false about primary amines?
Options
A They can be prepared by reduction of nitriles with LiAlH4.
B They do not form salts with acids.
Correct Answer
C They react with ice-cold nitrous acid to form nitrogen gas.
D They are basic and soluble in water.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Primary amines do form salts with acids (e.g., CH3NH3+Cl-). They are basic and react with acids to form ammonium salts. The other statements are true.

Hint

Do amines form salts with acids?

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