The molecular structure of thalidomide is shown below.Nitrogen I could be classified as a(n)________ amine.

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Nitrogen I is bonded to two carbon atoms, making it a secondary amine. A tertiary amine would have three carbon atoms bonded to the nitrogen, while a primary amine would have only one. Aromatic and auxiliary refer to different properties and are not relevant to the classification of the amine.

The Molecular Structure of Thalidomide Is Shown Below