U2-1-1 - Alcohols Flashcards by Miss Peciulyte | Brainscape

Q

Name the circled functional group.

A

Hydroxyl

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Q

Number the carbon atoms in this alcohol molecule (like you’re trying to name it)

A

OH group must be given the lowest possible number

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Q

Name this molecule

A

Propane-1,2,3-triol
(or glycerol)

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Q

What type of alcohol is this?

A

Tertiary

C−OH carbon is bonded to 3 other Cs

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Q

What type of alcohol is this?

A

Secondary

C−OH carbon is bonded to 2 other Cs

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Q

What type of alcohol is this?

A

Primary

C−OH carbon is bonded to 1 other C

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