SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 45

SSC CHSL - 08 July 2024 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q45

What is the IUPAC name of the compound CH3NH2?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Methanamine.

The IUPAC name of the compound CH3NH2 is methanamine. Methylamine is a colorless gas with a strong, fishy odor. It's a derivative of ammonia, with one hydrogen atom replaced by a methyl group. 
Methylamine is used in the production of many chemicals, including pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and surfactants. It's also used in organic chemistry as a reagent and as a building block for synthesizing other amines. Methylamine is flammable and can be toxic if inhaled or ingested.