Multiple choice

Which of the following compounds is associated with fouling fish and bad breath?

  1. Dimethylamine

  2. Methylamine

  3. Trimethylamine

  4. Methylhexanamine

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Trimethylamine is an flammable tertiary amine. It is a product of decomposition of plants and animals. It is the substance mainly responsible for the odour often associated with fouling fish, infection and bad breath. It is also associated with taking large doses of choline and carnitine.