Asked in PMC Practice Test 34 (2021) 2021Moderate

Which of following is an example of electrophilic attack on alcohol?

Correct answer: D. Both Options A and B are correct

  • A. C2H5OH + CH3COOH H2SI4
  • B. 2C2H5OH + 2Na ----->2CH5ONa + H2
  • C. C2S5OH + HCl ZnClL2 ----->C2H5CL+ H2O
  • D. Both Options A and B are correct

Explanation

Option A and B are example of electrophilic attack on alcohol.

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