Chapter 17.7, Problem 1QQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Structural formula of the salt that is produced by reaction between ethylamine and $\text{HCl}$ has to be chosen from the given options.

Concept Introduction:

Neutralization reaction is the one that takes place between an acid and a base to give salt as product.  As amines are bases due to the amino group in it, the reaction with inorganic acid or carboxylic acid gives salt as product.  The salt formed is an amine salt.  Proton is donated from the acid to the nitrogen atom which acts as a proton acceptor.  In simple words, it can be said that in an amine‑acid reaction, the acid loses a hydrogen ion and amine gains a hydrogen ion.