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An amine 'X' reacts with Hinsberg reagent and the product obtained is soluble in alkali. The amine 'X' is:

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Hinsberg reagent is useful for differentiating between primary, secondary, and tertiary amines based on solubility in alkali.
  • CH$_3$ – NH$_2$
  • (CH$_3$)$_2$NH
  • (CH$_3$)$_3$N
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Hinsberg reagent is used to distinguish between primary, secondary, and tertiary amines. When secondary amines react with Hinsberg reagent, the product formed is soluble in alkali. This is the characteristic reaction of secondary amines. Hence, the amine 'X' in this case is a secondary amine (CH$_3$)$_2$NH.
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