Synthesis- Amines Flashcards
1
Q
What are amines?
A
Organic derivatives of ammonia in which one or more
hydrogen atoms of ammonia has been replaced by an alkyl group
2
Q
How do amines form salts?
A
React with acid
3
Q
Why do primary and secondary amines have higher boiling points than isomeric tertiary amines?
A
Primary and secondary amines, but not tertiary amines, display hydrogen bonding
4
Q
What happens to amines in aqueous solution?
A
Amines like ammonia are weak bases and dissociate to a slight extent
5
Q
How can hydroxide ions be formed using amines?
A
The nitrogen atom has a lone pair of electrons
which can accept a proton from water
