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An organic compound [A] (C4H11N), shows optical activity and gives N2 gas on treatment with HNO2. ThJEE Mains Chemistry Past Papers Chemistry Question

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An organic compound [A] (C4H11N), shows optical activity and gives N2 gas on treatment with HNO2. The compound [A] reacts with PhSO2Cl producing a compound which is soluble in KOH. The structure of A is :

Answer: D

💡 Solution & Explanation

Given : 1. Compound is optically active  contains chiral carbon/Nitrogen. 2. Compound liberates N2 gas with HNO2  It is primary amine 3. Compound reacts with PhSO2Cl and the product is soluble in KOH  It is primary amine. Therefore only NH2 * satisfy all the above conditions. | JEE(Main) 2023 | DATE : 31-01-2023 (SHIFT-2) | PAPER-1 | OFFICIAL PAPER | CHEMISTRY PAGE # 5

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