In the preparation of primary amines, how can direct nucleophilic substitution between NH₃ and alkyl halide be made more practical than reacting NH₃ and the alkyl halide in a 1:1 ratio?

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Using a large excess of NH₃ helps to drive the reaction towards the formation of primary amines by minimizing the formation of secondary and tertiary amines.

In the Preparation of Primary Amines, How Can Direct