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An alkaloid containing one of the nitrogen atoms as quaternary nitrogen is:
An alkaloid containing one of the nitrogen atoms as quaternary nitrogen is:
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Quaternary nitrogen → Always charged → Think of neuromuscular blockers like Tubocurarine.
Updated On: Jun 16, 2025
- Atropine
- Ephedrine
- Tubocurarine
- Mescaline
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Tubocurarine is a bis-quaternary ammonium compound, meaning it contains nitrogen atoms in quaternary form. This property is significant for its neuromuscular blocking action.
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