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Which reagent is used to distinguish between primary, secondary, and tertiary amines?

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

Solution

  1. Hinsberg reagent is benzenesulfonyl chloride, .
  2. Primary amines form a sulfonamide soluble in alkali.
  3. Secondary amines form a sulfonamide insoluble in alkali.
  4. Tertiary amines do not react with the reagent.
  5. Hence the answer is (A).

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