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Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers: Mixed MCQ

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MixedEasyQuestion 780011

Question

The functional group present in ethanol is:
  1. A
    −OH (hydroxyl)
    Correct
  2. B
    −COOH
  3. C
    −CHO
  4. D
    −CO−

Correct answer

−OH (hydroxyl)

Explanation

Ethanol (CH₃CH₂OH) contains the −OH (hydroxyl) functional group, which classifies it as an alcohol.

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