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Chemistry Alcohol, Phenol and Ether Structures of Functional Groups Single Correct MCQ

Published by: CGP EDU Academic Team

Published on: August 12, 2026

Generally, alcohols are weaker acids than water.

Alcohols act as Bronsted acids as well as Bronsted bases.

During esterification, the side product is removed to shift the equilibrium to the product side.

Alcohols can liberate

gas with moderately reactive metals such as iron or tin.

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Alcohols are weak acids so gas is not liberated on reaction with moderately reactive metals such as iron or tin.

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