BVP Medical BVP Medical Solved Paper-2010

  • question_answer
    Amines are basic in character because they have

    A)  a lone pair of electrons on the nitrogen atom

    B)  a hydroxyl group in the molecule

    C)  replaceable hydrogen atom

    D)  tetrahedral structure

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

                    According to Lewis, species having a tendency of donating an electron pair are called bases. In amines, a lone pair of electrons is present over nitrogen. Since, it is available for donation, thus, provides basic character to the amines.


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