Chemistry-Classification
NEET Chemistry Classification Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 12
Assertion (A): Alcohols can be classified based on the hybridisation of the carbon atom to which the hydroxyl group is attached. | Reason (R): The –OH group in alcohols can be attached to sp, sp2, or sp3 hybridised carbon atoms.
A
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true, but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
According to the NCERT context, alcohols are classified based on the hybridisation of the carbon atom to which the –OH group is attached, specifically sp3 hybridised carbon atoms, not sp or sp2.
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