What product(s) is (are) formed when an alkyl halide undergoes ammonolysis?
(A). Primary amine
(B). Secondary amine
(C). Quaternary ammonium salt
(D). Tertiary amine
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → (A), (B) (C) and (D)
When an alkyl halide undergoes ammonolysis (reaction with excess ammonia):
- Primary amine (RNH₂) is formed first.
- The primary amine can react further with another alkyl halide → secondary amine (R₂NH).
- Further reaction → tertiary amine (R₃N).
- Excess alkyl halide → quaternary ammonium salt (R₄N⁺X⁻).
Therefore, all products can be formed: ✔ (A), (B), (C) and (D)