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Acid hydrolysis involving amine group

Hi, for this question I don't understand why NH2 is formed after the amine group (NH) undergoes acid hydrolysis. Surely you will get NH3+ instead of NH2?

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HELP?

Original post by coconut64

HELP?

You are correct

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coconut64

Original post by TeachChemistry

You are correct

Are you sure? I don't know if this applies to this molecule which was originally in a ring.. Thanks

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username986184

Original post by coconut64

Are you sure? I don't know if this applies to this molecule which was originally in a ring.. Thanks

I am sure (30 years organic chemistry experience). The molecule they have drawn as the final product would not exist as it would react with itself or a neighbouring molecule.

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coconut64

Original post by TeachChemistry

I am sure (30 years organic chemistry experience). The molecule they have drawn as the final product would not exist as it would react with itself or a neighbouring molecule.