Chemistry-Classification
NEET Chemistry Classification MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 12
Given the molecular formula C5H12O, which of the following isomers is classified as a secondary alcohol?
A
2-Pentanol
B
2-Methylbutan-2-ol
C
1-Pentanol
D
2-Methylbutan-1-ol
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
2-Pentanol is a secondary alcohol because the hydroxyl group is attached to a secondary carbon atom (a carbon connected to two other carbons), as per the classification based on the hybridisation of the carbon atom to which the hydroxyl group is attached.
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