Question
Chemistry Question on Amines
Which one of the following will be most basic?
A
Aniline
B
p-methoxyaniline
C
p-methyl aniline
D
Benzylamine
Answer
Benzylamine
Explanation
Solution
In aniline, p-methoxyaniline and p-methyl aniline, the lone pair of electrons on the Natom is delocalised on the benzene ring while in benzylamine it is delocalised, and more available for donation. Hence benzylamine is most basic among the given.