An Amine Can Often Form R-NH₃⁺ (Where R- Can Stand

question 88

Multiple Choice

An amine can often form R-NH₃⁺ (where R- can stand for anything) by reacting with water.What is happening?

• A)The amine is accepting a proton from the water molecule,forming OH^-.
• B)Amines are basic.
• C)Amines are acidic.
• D)Amines can form H₃O⁺ in water by donating a proton from the polar portion of the molecule.
• E)none of the above

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