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Amines can be prepared by Gabriel synthesis from:

  1. A Alcohols
  2. B Aldehydes
  3. C Phthalimide Correct answer
  4. D Nitro compounds

Solution

Gabriel synthesis: phthalimide (imide with N-H) is deprotonated, alkylated, then hydrolysed to give 1° amine. Used for pure 1° amines.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Amines · Topic: Preparation and Reactions

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