Which of the following will remove aniline from a solution of aniline in diethyl ether? A) aqueous KBr B) aqueous HCl C) aqueous NaOH D) aqueous CH₃COONa

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Aniline is a basic compound due to the lone pair of electrons on the nitrogen atom. When aniline is treated with aqueous HCl, it forms aniline hydrochloride, a water-soluble salt, thus removing aniline from the diethyl ether layer.

Which of the Following Will Remove Aniline from a Solution