Question

Which of the following compounds will dissolve in aqueous NaOH after

undergoing reaction with Hinsberg’s reagent?

a) Ethylamine b) Triethylamine c) Trimethylamine d) Diethylamine​

Answer 1

Option “C” is the correct answer.

• Trimethylamine is the correct answer i.e. Triethylamine will dissolve the aqueous NaOH solution after undergoing reaction with Heinsberg’s reagent.

• Methyl amine (which is a primary amine) will dissolve in an NaOH solution after it has experienced reaction with Heinsberg reagent (benzene sulphonyl chloride).

• Trimethylamine is a biological compound with the formula N(CH3)3. It is a neutral, hygroscopic, and combustible tertiary amine.  

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