Which alcohol is most reactive towards sodium metal?
Correct answer: B. n-Propyl alcohol
- A. Ter.Butyl alcohol
- B. n-Propyl alcohol
- C. Isopropyl alcohol
- D. Have same reactivity
Explanation
The reactivity of alcohols towards sodium metal follows the same order as the order of acidity of alcohols. The order of acidity of alcohols is primary>secondary>tertiary The order of reactivity of alcohols towards Na metal is also similar. The reactivity of alcohols towards sodium follows the order primary>secondary>tertiary.
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