Q22 / 100 · BITSAT 2023 (Memory Based Paper 1) · Chemistry

Which of the following factors affect the basic strength of amine?
(i) Inductive effect
(ii) Steric hinderance
(iii) Solvation effect
(iv) Solubility in organic solvents.

  • A
    (i) and (iv)
  • Correct answer
    B
    (i), (ii) and (iii)
  • C
    (ii) and (iii)
  • D
    (ii) and (iv)

Solution

Inductive effect, steric hinderance and solvation effect the basic strength of amines.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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