NEET Chemistry Classification MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about the classification of alcohols is correct?
Tertiary alcohols are formed when the hydroxyl group is attached to a tertiary carbon atom.
Monohydric alcohols are categorized solely based on their functional groups.
Primary alcohols contain an -OH group attached to a secondary carbon atom.
Allylic alcohols have -OH groups attached to sp hybridized carbon atoms.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Tertiary alcohols are indeed defined by the presence of the hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to a tertiary carbon atom, as stated in the NCERT context. The other options either misclassify alcohols or provide incorrect definitions.
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