Which among the following amines can be directly oxidized to the corresponding nitro compound by potassium permanganate ?

Options

A. `CH_(3)NH_(2)`
B. `(CH_(3))_(2)CH-NH_(2)`
C. `(CH_(3))_(2)NH`
D. `(CH_(3))_(3)C-NH_(2)`

Answer

D

Explanation

`1^(@)` amines containing tert-alkyl grous are easily oxidised to the corresponding nitro compound i.e., option (d) is correct.
`(CH_(3))_(3)C-NH_(2)overset(KMnO_(4))to (CH_(3))_(3)C-NO_(2)`