Explain order of Kb in aquas solution of Triethylamine, Diethylamine and Ethylamine.

(Et)2NH     >     (Et)3N     >      (Et)NH3             {Et = Ethyl group (-CH2CH3)}

Answer:-
-> (Et)2NH is more basic than (Et)3N because of less steric hindrance and more hydration energy of (Et)2NH.
-> (Et)3N is more basic than (Et)NH3 because of more +I Effect in (Et)3N.



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