C3H9N reacts with Hinsberg reagent and the product is insoluble in alkali but soluble in ether. This nitrogen containing compound is:
A
primary amine
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B
secondary amine
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C
tertiary compound
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D
nitrite compound
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Solution
The correct option is C secondary amine The compound with molecular formula C3H6N is a secondary amina. When it reacts with Hinsberg reagent, the product obtained is soluble in ether.