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Which amine forms a precipitate with benzenesulphonyl chloride that is insoluble in excess NaOH?

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CH₃CH₂NH₂ (CH₃)₃N CH₃NHCH₂CH₃ Correct C₆H₅NH₂

Secondary amines like CH₃NHCH₂CH₃ form sulphonamides insoluble in alkali, unlike primary amines, as per the PDF’s Hinsberg test.

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