Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Question 162
Question: The correct order of acidic strength of the following alcohols is
I. $ CH_3OH $ II. $ C_2H_5OH $ III. $ CH_3-CH(OH)-CH_3 $ IV.
Options:
A) I<II<III<IV
B) III<II<IV<I
C) III<IV<I<III
D) IV<III<II<I
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
More stable is alkoxide ion $ R-{O^-} $ , more is the acidic nature of corresponding alcohol. Electron donating (+I-effect) alkyl groups decreases the acidic strength.
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