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CHM 102 Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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What is the common name for methanol?
Options
A grain alcohol
B wood alcohol
Correct Answer
C rubbing alcohol
D sugar alcohol
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Methanol is historically obtained from destructive distillation of wood, hence wood alcohol.

Hint

It is toxic and can cause blindness.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 41 of 1999
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