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CHM 102 Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry Objective Question

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Which of the following is the common name for 2-propanol?
Options
A methyl alcohol
B ethyl alcohol
C isopropyl alcohol
Correct Answer
D butyl alcohol
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

2-propanol has the structure (CH3)2CHOH, commonly called isopropyl alcohol.

Hint

It is a common rubbing alcohol.

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