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Which of the following amines is the most basic in aqueous solution?

  1. A.
  2. B.
  3. C.
  4. D.
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Correct answer: B

Solution

  1. Basicity of aliphatic amines depends on inductive effect, solvation, and steric hindrance.
  2. For methyl-substituted amines, the order of basicity in aqueous solution is .
  3. Dimethylamine provides the optimal balance of electron donation and solvation stability.
  4. Hence the answer is (B).

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