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Arrange the following in the increasing order of their basic strengths: $CH_{3}NH_{2}$, $(CH_{3})_{2}NH$, $(CH_{3})_{3}N$ and $NH_{3}$

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For methyl amines in water, the basicity order is 2° > 1° > 3° > Ammonia.
Updated On: Apr 10, 2026
  • $NH_{3}<(CH_{3})_{3}N<(CH_{3})_{2}NH<CH_{3}NH_{2}$
  • $NH_{3}<(CH_{3})_{3}N<CH_{3}NH_{2}<(CH_{3})_{2}NH$
  • $(CH_{3})_{3}N<NH_{3}<CH_{3}NH_{2}<(CH_{3})_{2}NH$
  • $CH_{3}NH_{2}<(CH_{3})_{2}NH<(CH_{3})_{3}N<NH_{3}$
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Inductive Effect
Aliphatic amines are generally more basic than ammonia ($NH_{3}$) because alkyl groups push electrons (+I effect) toward the nitrogen.
Step 2: Solvation Effect

In aqueous medium, basicity is influenced by solvation. Tertiary amines are less basic than secondary/primary amines because their large cations are poorly solvated by water.
Step 3: Final Order

Combining these effects, the increasing order for methyl amines is: $NH_{3}<(CH_{3})_{3}N<CH_{3}NH_{2}<(CH_{3})_{2}NH$.
Final Answer: (b)
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