Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12
What is the IUPAC name for the compound HO-CH2-CH2-OH?
A
Ethane-1,2-diol
B
Ethylene glycol
C
Ethanediol
D
1,2-Ethanol
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
According to the IUPAC system, the compound HO-CH2-CH2-OH is named as ethane-1,2-diol as the 'e' of alkane is retained and 'diol' is used to denote the two hydroxyl groups.
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