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CHM 102 Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Which alcohol is used as a starting material for polyester and antifreeze?
Options
A glycerol
B ethanol
C ethylene glycol
Correct Answer
D methanol
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ethylene glycol (1,2-ethanediol) is used in antifreeze/coolant and as a monomer for polyester fibers.

Hint

It is a diol.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 36 of 1999
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