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Out of the given compounds A and B, the number of N atoms in the compound which is more basic are:
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Compound B, i.e., guanidine is the strongest base amongst all nitrogenous compounds.

The increased basicity can be explained by drawing the resonance structures of the protonated guanidine.

It has 3 equivalent resonating structures and so is very stable.


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