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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 true about the toxicity of methanol?
Options
A It is safe to drink in small amounts
B It can cause blindness and death if ingested
Correct Answer
C It is only toxic if inhaled
D It is less toxic than ethanol
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Methanol is metabolized to formaldehyde and formic acid, which can cause metabolic acidosis, blindness, and death.

Hint

Wood alcohol is highly poisonous.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Synthesis and Reactions of Alcohols & Phenols | General Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 58 of 1999
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