Suitable explanation for the order of basic character, (CH3)3N<(CH3)2NH, is:
A
steric hindrance by bulky methyl group
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B
higher volatility of 3∘ amine
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C
stability of conjugate acid due to solvation
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D
all of these
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Solution
The correct option is A steric hindrance by bulky methyl group (CH3)3 N is less basic due to steric hindrance by bulky methyl group prevent any acid to take a lone pair of nitrogen.