MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #3988

In organic chemistry, how does the functional group of an amide contrast with that of a simple amine?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #3988

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In organic chemistry, how does the functional group of an amide contrast with that of a simple amine?

    • A) Amines contain a carbonyl group next to nitrogen
    • B) Amides are basic while amines are acidic
    • C) Amides contain a carbonyl group attached to nitrogen
    • D) Amines and amides have the same functional group

    Answer: Amides contain a carbonyl group attached to nitrogen

    Explanation: Amines are derivatives of ammonia where H is replaced by alkyl groups, whereas amides have an acyl group (R-CO-) attached to nitrogen.