Alcohols Flashcards
1
Q
Alcohols
A
- contain the -OH group, also called the hydroxyl group
- there are three classes of alcohols
- each class is based on the number of carbons bonded to the carbon with the -OH group attached
- one other attached – primary 1 degree
- two other attached – secondary 2 degree
- three other carbons attached – tertiary 3 degree
2
Q
Properties
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- H-bonding
- Polar
- High boiling points
3
Q
CH3CH2CH2OH
A
Primary alcohol.