Unit 4 Amines Flashcards
1
Q
why is a primary amine a weaker base than a secondary amine?
A
more electron density attracted towards NH3
2
Q
what type of ion are amines?
A
zwitterion
3
Q
what mechanism takes place when amines are formed from haloalkanes and ammonia?
A
nucleophilic substitution
4
Q
what conditions are essential when reducing benzene?
A
tin ,conc hcl and dil. base