Q. The amine which reacts with -toluenesulphonyl chloride to give a clear solution which on acidification gives insoluble compound is

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Solution:

The amine which reacts with -toluenesulphonyl chloride to give a clear solution which on acidification gives insoluble compound is a primary amine such as ethyl amine .


It is Hinsberg's test used to distinguish between primary, secondary and tertiary amine.