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CHM 102 IUPAC Nomenclature Objective Question

Question

What is a compound with two hydroxyl groups called?
Options
A Triol
B Diolefin
C Diol
Correct Answer
D Dialdehyde
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Compounds with two -OH groups are called diols or glycols.

Hint

Uses the multiplier prefix for two.

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