Question on: SS3 Chemistry - Organic Chemistry: Amines and Amino Acids
Which of the following amines is a secondary amine?
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A
Methylamine (CH3NH2)
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B
Dimethylamine (CH3NHCH3)
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C
Trimethylamine (CH3N(CH3)2)
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D
Ethylamine (C2H5NH2)
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Correct Option: B
A secondary amine has two alkyl or aryl groups and one hydrogen atom attached to the nitrogen atom. Dimethylamine fits this description, while methylamine (a) and ethylamine (d) are primary amines, and trimethylamine (c) is a tertiary amine.
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