Chapter 23, Problem 23.63AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of compound $A$ is to be stated. The explaination corresponding to the reason for predicting the structure of A is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The quaternary compound is formed by the process of reductive amination. There is conversion of amine into imine takes place in this process. The imine is reduced to new amine. The reduction reaction which consists of the atom that gains electrons between two atoms.

Exhaustive methylation is defined as the formation of quaternary ammonium iodide salt with the help of excess ${\text{CH}}_{\text{3}}\text{I}$, then ${\text{Ag}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ and heat.