Question

When two alkyl groups are attached to the nitrogen atom in an amine, it is known as a _______ amine.

(a) primary

(b) secondary

(c) tertiary

(d) aromatic

I have been asked this question by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

My question comes from Amines Classification topic in chapter Amines of Chemistry – Class 12

Answer 1

The correct choice is (b) secondary

To elaborate: Amines are classified as secondary or 2° when two of the hydrogen atoms of ammonia are replaced by an alkyl group and the third H remains attached as it is.