AIIMS2013Chemistry-Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
AIIMS 2013 Chemistry Stability of Alcohols MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
A compound containing two -OH groups attached with one carbon atom is unstable but which one of the following is stable?
A
CH₃CH(OH)₂
B
CH₃-C(OH)₃
C
Cl₃C(OH)₂
D
None of these
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Chloral hydrate is stable due to hydrogen bonding.
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