Question
Question: Identify the CORRECT statement about amines from the following....
Identify the CORRECT statement about amines from the following.
A
Methyl amine is less soluble than ethyl amine.
B
Methyl amine is solid with fishy odour.
Answer
Neither (A) nor (B) is correct.
Explanation
Solution
Solubility: Methylamine (CH₃NH₂) has a very short alkyl chain, so it is more soluble in water compared to ethylamine, contrary to statement (A).
Physical State: Methylamine is a gas (or can be liquefied under pressure) at room temperature, not a solid. Thus, statement (B) is incorrect although amines are often noted for their fishy odor.