AP EAMCET202319 May 2023Morning ShiftChemistryAminesActual
Which of the following amine cannot be prepared by the Gabriel phthalimide synthesis method?
Options
- AEthylamine
- BBenzylamine
- CPhenylamine
- DPropylamine
Correct answer
C. Phenylamine
Step-by-step solution
Gabriel phthalimide synthesis cannot be used for the preparation of aromatic primary amines because the C X bond in an aromatic halide (aryl halide) is stronger and thus difficult to break.