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What is the classification of alcohols based on the number of -OH groups present in the molecule?

Alcohols are classified into monohydric, dihydric, and trihydric based on the number of -OH groups present in the molecule.

What is the classification of alcohols based on the attachment of the -OH group?

Alcohols are classified as primary (1°), secondary (2°), or tertiary (3°) based on the attachment of the -OH group to the carbon atom.

How do alcohols with two or more -OH groups attached to the same carbon atom behave?

Alcohols with two or more -OH groups attached to the same carbon atom become unstable and decompose to aldehyde, ketone, or carboxylic acid.

What is the concept of isomerism in the context of alcohols?

<p>Isomerism in the context of alcohols refers to the existence of different compounds with the same molecular formula but different structural arrangements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of nomenclature in the context of alcohols?

<p>Nomenclature in the context of alcohols helps in identifying and naming different alcohol compounds based on their chemical structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Alcohol Classification by -OH Groups

Alcohols are classified into monohydric, dihydric, and trihydric based on the number of -OH (hydroxyl) groups present in the molecule.

Alcohol Classification by -OH Attachment

Alcohols are classified as primary (1°), secondary (2°), or tertiary (3°) based on the attachment of the -OH group to a carbon atom.

Instability of Geminal Diols

Alcohols with two or more -OH groups on the same carbon are unstable and decompose into aldehydes, ketones, or carboxylic acids.

Isomerism in Alcohols

Isomerism in alcohols refers to compounds with the same molecular formula but different structural arrangements.

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Nomenclature of Alcohols

Nomenclature in the context of alcohols provides a standardized way to identify and name different alcohol compounds based on their chemical structure.

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Study Notes

Classification of Alcohols

Alcohols can be classified based on the number of -OH groups present in the molecule, which can be:
Monohydric (one -OH group)
Dihydric (two -OH groups)
Trihydric (three -OH groups)
Polyhydric (more than three -OH groups)

Classification Based on Attachment of -OH Group

Alcohols can also be classified based on the attachment of the -OH group, which can be:
Primary (attached to a primary carbon atom)
Secondary (attached to a secondary carbon atom)
Tertiary (attached to a tertiary carbon atom)

Alcohols with Multiple -OH Groups

Alcohols with two or more -OH groups attached to the same carbon atom are unstable and undergo dehydration to form a ketone or an aldehyde.

Isomerism in Alcohols

Isomerism occurs in alcohols when two or more molecules have the same molecular formula but differ in their structure or arrangement of atoms.

Nomenclature in Alcohols

Nomenclature is significant in alcohols as it helps to identify and distinguish between different types of alcohols, which is essential in understanding their properties and reactions.