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Why are amines basic?

Why are amines basic?

Amines are derivatives of ammonia (NH3\text{NH}_3NH3​). In an amine, one or more hydrogen atoms have been replaced by an organic group. The nitrogen atom has a lone pair of electrons, allowing the amine to act as a Brønsted-Lowry base by accepting a proton (H+\text{H}^+H+).

Base properties (A-level only) Lesson

  1. A Level
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /Base properties (A-level only)

Step-by-step lessons on AQA A Level Chemistry Base properties (A-level only). Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build confidence with atomic structure, bonding and moles calculations early on, since these underpin the more demanding organic mechanisms, equilibrium and practical-analysis topics that dominate Year 2.

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