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Name the type of amine formed when two ethyl groups are attached to the nitrogen atom.
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Amines (A-level only)
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Name the type of amine formed when two ethyl groups are attached to the nitrogen atom.
Answer
The type of amine formed is a secondary amine, specifically diethylamine.
Explanation
This answer is strong as it correctly identifies the amine type based on the presence of two ethyl groups attached to the nitrogen. The question assesses the student's ability to classify amines based on their structure.
Common mistake
Misclassification of Amines
Students often confuse primary, secondary, and tertiary amines, incorrectly classifying them based on the number of nitrogen atoms instead of the number of carbon atoms attached to the nitrogen.
Remember that primary amines have one carbon atom attached to the nitrogen, secondary amines have two, and tertiary amines have three. Focus on the carbon count to classify correctly.
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