Is Arrowed Nitrogen in Organic Compounds Acidic or Basic?

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The discussion centers on determining the acidity or basicity of an arrowed nitrogen in organic compounds. Initially, it was believed that the nitrogen was acidic due to its resonance with oxygen, which typically enhances acidity. However, further clarification revealed that the nitrogen is actually part of a secondary amine, making it a weaker base rather than acidic. The confusion arose from misinterpreting the initial information regarding the nitrogen's properties. Ultimately, the conclusion is that the nitrogen is a weaker base, not acidic.
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I'm trying to determine whether the arrowed nitrogen is acidic or basic. Apparently the answer is that it is acidic. I don't really understand how I am suppose to make that call. That nitrogen is part of secondary amine that is basic, with resonance effect from the oxygen that will make it more acidic. However, how do I know that the oxygen has enough effect to make it acidic and not just a very weak base?

Edit: Ahh... read the answer wrong. It didn't say it was acidic, just that it was indeed a weaker base.

Problem solved.
 
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Problem solved.
 
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