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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 a dihydric alcohol?
Options
A methanol
B glycerol
C ethylene glycol (1,2-ethanediol)
Correct Answer
D ethanol
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Dihydric alcohols contain two OH groups. Ethylene glycol (HOCH2-CH2OH) is a classic example.

Hint

It is used as antifreeze.

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Course: CHM 102
Topic: Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 21 of 1999
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