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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B
(CH3)3N>CH3NH2>(CH3)2NH
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C
(CH3)3N>(CH3)2NH>CH3NH2
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D
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.