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The strongest base in aqueous solution among the following amines is:

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The presence of alkyl groups generally increases the basicity of amines due to their electron-donating effect.
Updated On: Jun 25, 2025
  • C\(_6\)H\(_5\)NH\(_2\) \hspace{0.5cm}
  • C\(_6\)H\(_5\)NH\(_2\)
  • C\(_2\)H\(_5\)NH\(_2\) \hspace{1cm}
  • C\(_6\)H\(_5\)NH\(_2\)
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The Correct Option is C

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Ethanolamine (C\(_2\)H\(_5\)NH\(_2\)) is the strongest base in aqueous solution because the ethyl group (C\(_2\)H\(_5\)) is electron-donating, increasing the electron density on the nitrogen atom and making it more basic compared to phenylamine (C\(_6\)H\(_5\)NH\(_2\)), where the phenyl group withdraws electron density.
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