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CHM 102 IUPAC Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds Objective Question
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What is the IUPAC name for C₆H₅-OH?
Options
A Benzene alcohol
B Cyclohexanol
C Phenol
Correct Answer
D Benzyl alcohol
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Phenol is the accepted name for C₆H₅-OH. It is an aromatic alcohol with special properties.

Hint

Aromatic ring directly attached to OH.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: IUPAC Nomenclature and Functional Group Classes of Organic Compounds
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 364 of 1999
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