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which of the following compound is the most basic
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Which of the following compound is the most basic?
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Basicity increases with the availability of a lone pair of electrons for proton acceptance.
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B
Solution and Explanation
Among the given options, the \( \text{NH}_2^- \) ion is the most basic, as it can readily accept protons due to the lone pair on nitrogen.
Step 2: Conclusion.
The most basic compound is \( \text{NH}_2^- \), corresponding to option (b).
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