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What is the product of the reaction when diethyl amine (a secondary amine) reacts with NaNO2 and HCl?

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NaNO2 + HCl generates HNO2 in situ; secondary amines give N-nitrosamines with it.
Updated On: Jul 3, 2026
  • Diazonium salt
  • Quaternary ammonium salt
  • N-nitroso amine
  • Ethyl alcohol
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: NaNO2+HCl generates HNO2 in situ.
Step 2: Diethylamine is secondary, one N-H remaining.
Step 3: That N-H is replaced by -N=O, forming N-nitrosamine.
\[\boxed{\text{N-nitrosodiethylamine (an N-nitroso amine)}}\]
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