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CHM 102 Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Which alcohol is produced by the fermentation of sugars using yeast?
Options
A methanol
B ethanol
Correct Answer
C 2-propanol
D 1-butanol
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ethanol (grain alcohol) is a waste product of yeast metabolism during fermentation of sugars.

Hint

It is found in alcoholic beverages.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 11 of 1999
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