5 Questions
What is the general formula for a primary (1°) alcohol?
RCH2OH
Which functional group is present in alcohols?
Hydroxyl group, -OH
Why do alcohol molecules with more carbons have higher boiling points?
They have more hydrogen bonds
In which classification of alcohol is the carbon atom with the OH group attached to three other carbon atoms?
Tertiary (3°) alcohol
Why does the solubility of alcohols in water decrease as the length of the carbon chain increases?
The molecules become more like hydrocarbons
Test your knowledge on the structure, properties, and classification of alcohols with this quiz. Learn about the general structure of alcohols, their biological significance, and physiological effects. Understand the classification of alcohols based on their carbon atom attachment to the hydroxyl group.
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