An Amine Can Often Form R-NH₃⁺ (Where R- Can Stand

Multiple Choice

An amine can often form R-NH₃⁺ (where R- can stand for anything) by reacting with water.What is happening?

A) The amine is accepting a proton from the water molecule,forming OH^-.
B) Amines are basic.
C) Amines are acidic.
D) Amines can form H₃O⁺ in water by donating a proton from the polar portion of the molecule.
E) none of the above