STANDARDChemistry-Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
STANDARD Chemistry Properties of Alcohols MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
Which of the following is not a characteristic of alcohol?
A
Lower members are insoluble in water and organic solvents but the solubility regularly increases with molecular mass.
B
Lower members have a pleasant smell and burning taste, higher members are colourless and tasteless.
C
They are lighter than water.
D
Their boiling points rise fairly uniformly with rising molecular weight.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Alcohols generally have good solubility in water due to hydrogen bonding, especially lower members. The statement in option A is incorrect as it suggests the opposite.
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