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An amine $(\mathrm{X})$ reacts with p-toluene sulphonyl chloride to give the product, $\mathrm{Y}$, which is insoluble in alkali. The product of $\mathrm{X}$ with benzoyl chloride is
ChemistryAminesTS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2023 (13 May Shift 2)
Options:
  • A
  • B
  • C $\mathrm{CH}_3 \mathrm{CH}_2 \mathrm{NHCOC}_6 \mathrm{H}_5$
  • D
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A secondary amine reacts with hinsberg reagent (benzene sulphonyl chloride) and forms a corresponding sulphonamide that is insoluble in aqueous $\mathrm{NaOH}$. So, ' $\mathrm{X}$ ' must be a secondary amine.

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