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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question
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Which of the following statements is false?
Options
A Diethyl ether has been used as a general anesthetic
B Ethyl alcohol is present in all alcoholic beverages
C Methyl alcohol is produced by fermentation of sugars
Correct Answer
D Ethylene glycol is a common antifreeze for automobiles
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Methyl alcohol (methanol) is NOT produced by fermentation of sugars. Ethyl alcohol (ethanol) is produced by fermentation. Methanol is produced industrially from synthesis gas (CO + H2).

Hint

Which alcohol is produced by fermentation of sugars?

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Practice Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1326 of 1999
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