When alcohols react with Na metal, the alkoxide ion thus formed is a strong:
Correct answer: B. Nucleophile
- A. Electrophile
- B. Nucleophile
- C. Acid
- D. Free radical
Explanation
The reaction of an alcohol with sodium metal produces an alkoxide ion (RO⁻). This ion has a full negative charge on the highly electronegative oxygen atom, making it a very strong base and a strong nucleophile.
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