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Amines: Preparation MCQ

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Question

The Gabriel synthesis uses phthalimide to prepare:
  1. A
    Primary aliphatic amines
    Correct
  2. B
    Secondary amines
  3. C
    Tertiary amines
  4. D
    Aromatic amines

Correct answer

Primary aliphatic amines

Explanation

Gabriel synthesis: Phthalimide + KOH → potassium phthalimide → + RX (alkyl halide) → N-alkylphthalimide → hydrolysis with acid/base → primary amine (RNH₂) + phthalic acid. It gives only 1° amines free from 2° and 3° impurities.

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