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The correct order of the basic strength of methyl substituted amines in aqueous solution is:

A
(CH3)2NH>CH3NH2>(CH3)3N
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(CH3)3N>CH3NH2>(CH3)2NH
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(CH3)3N >(CH3)2NH>CH3NH2
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CH3NH2 >(CH3)2NH>(CH3)3N
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Solution

The correct option is A (CH3)2NH>CH3NH2>(CH3)3N
In aqueous solution, inductive effect, solvation effect (H-bonding) and steric hindrance all together affect the basic strength of substituted amines.

Basic character:
(CH3)2NH>CH3NH2>(CH3)3N

20 10 30

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