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What is the role of pyridine in the acylation reaction of amines?
ChemistryAminesNEET
Options:
  • A Pyridine acts as a catalyst.
  • B Pyridine neutralises the amine.
  • C Pyridine removes HCl and shifts the equilibrium to the right.
  • D Pyridine enhances the acidity of the amine.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Pyridine removes HCl and shifts the equilibrium to the right.
Pyridine serves as a base that removes HCl formed during the acylation reaction, shifting the equilibrium toward the formation of amides.

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