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Explain why `MeNH_(2)` is stronger base than MeOH ?

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Nitrogen is less electronegative than oxygen. Therefore, the lone pair of electrons is more readily available on nitrogen than oxygen. Therefore, `MeNH_(2)` is a stronger base than Me - OH.
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