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Which of the following reagent is used to distinguish between \((C_2H_5)_2NH\) and \((C_2H_5)_3N\)?

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Hinsberg reagent \((C_6H_5SO_2Cl)\) is used to distinguish primary, secondary and tertiary amines.
Updated On: Jun 29, 2026
  • \(CHCl_3+KOH\)
  • \(C_6H_5SO_2Cl\)
  • Conc. \(HCl+ZnCl_2\)
  • \(NaOH+I_2\)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Concept:
Hinsberg reagent is used to distinguish primary, secondary and tertiary amines. Hinsberg reagent is: \[ C_6H_5SO_2Cl \] It is also called benzene sulphonyl chloride.

Step 1: Identify the types of amines.
\[ (C_2H_5)_2NH \] is a secondary amine. \[ (C_2H_5)_3N \] is a tertiary amine.

Step 2: Apply Hinsberg test.
Secondary amine reacts with Hinsberg reagent to give sulphonamide. This product is insoluble in alkali because it does not contain acidic hydrogen attached to nitrogen. Tertiary amine does not react with Hinsberg reagent in the same way because it has no \(N-H\) bond.

Step 3: Choose the reagent.
Therefore, the reagent used is: \[ C_6H_5SO_2Cl \] Hence: \[ \boxed{\text{(B) }C_6H_5SO_2Cl} \]
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