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CHM 102 Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature Objective Question
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What is the approximate pKa of a terminal alkyne (e.g., ethyne)?
Options
A ~50
B ~25
Correct Answer
C ~16
D ~4
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Terminal alkynes have pKa ≈ 25 (more acidic than alkanes, pKa ~50, but less than water, pKa 15.7).

Hint

Strong bases like NaNH₂ are needed for deprotonation.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Alkynes: Structure, Bonding, and Nomenclature
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 555 of 1999
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