Question on: SS3 Chemistry - Organic Chemistry: Amines and Amino Acids
Which of the following reactions is a chemical property of amines?
View related lesson
A
Hydrolysis to form carboxylic acids
B
Reduction to form alcohol
C
Esterification to form esters
D
Dehydration to form aldehydes
Ask EduPadi AI for a detailed answer
Correct Option: C
Amines can undergo esterification reactions with carboxylic acids and alcohols to form amides and esters, respectively. This is a chemical property of amines, as it involves the formation of new chemical bonds.
Add your answer
Please share this, thanks!
No responses