Question

question
classify this amine by its degree:
select the correct answer below:
primary amine
secondary amine
tertiary amine
quaternary amine

Explanation:

Step1: Recall amine classification rules

A primary amine (\(1^\circ\)) has one alkyl group attached to \(N\). A secondary amine (\(2^\circ\)) has two alkyl groups attached to \(N\). A tertiary amine (\(3^\circ\)) has three alkyl groups attached to \(N\). A quaternary ammonium compound has four alkyl groups attached to \(N\) (but it is a charged species, not a neutral amine).

Step2: Analyze the given amine structure

In the given structure, the nitrogen atom (\(N\)) is attached to three alkyl groups (\(-CH_3\), \(-CH_3\), and the long - chain alkyl group ending with \(-Cl\)). Since there are three alkyl groups bonded to \(N\), it is a tertiary amine.

Answer:

tertiary amine