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Explain why MeNH 2 is a stronger base than MeOH?

Options

  1. ANitrogen is less electronegative than oxygen therefore lone pair of electrons on nitrogen is readily available
  2. BMeNH 2 contains a more electronegative atom than MeOH.
  3. CMeNH 2 is a larger molecule, and larger molecules tend to be stronger bases.
  4. DMeNH 2 has a lower molecular weight than MeOH, making it a stronger base.

Correct answer

A. Nitrogen is less electronegative than oxygen therefore lone pair of electrons on nitrogen is readily available

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (A) Nitrogen is less electronegative than oxygen therefore lone pair of electrons on nitrogen is readily available for donation. Hence, MeNH 2 is more basic than MeOH.

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