The classification of monohydric alcohols is due to
Correct answer: B. Carbon atom
- A. Hydrogen atom
- B. Carbon atom
- C. Hydroxyl group
- D. Carbonyl group
Explanation
The classification of monohydric alcohols is based on the type of carbon atom to which the -OH group is attached.Therefore:Primary alcohol: -OH on a carbon attached to one other carbon.Secondary alcohol: -OH on a carbon attached to two other carbons.Tertiary alcohol: -OH on a carbon attached to three other carbons.
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Alcohols are classified as primary, secondary or tertiary and studied through their hydrogen bonding, acidity, oxidation and reactions with active metals, acids and halogenating agents. Phenols require separate treatment because the hydroxyl group is attached to an aromatic ring, making their acidity and electrophilic substitution different from ordinary alcohols.
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