Which of the following represents neopentyl alcohol? | CGP Edu

Chemistry IUPAC Nomenclature IUPAC - Nomenclature of Functional Groups Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 12, 2026

Which of the following represents neopentyl alcohol?

A

CH3CH(CH3)CH2CH2OH

B

(CH3)3C.CH2OH

C

CH3CH2CH2CH2OH

D

CH3CH2CH(OH)CH2

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Neopentyl group: A hydrocarbon group containing a quaternary carbon bonded to three methyl groups and one methylene group and when alcohol is added to the neopentyl it becomes neopentyl alcohol

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