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Which of the following statements relating to the acidic character of alcohols is not true ?
Which of the following statements relating to the acidic character of alcohols is not true ?
Updated On: Mar 27, 2025
- It is due to the polar nature of OH bond.
- Increases with an attachment of e- withdrawing group.
- Alcohols are weaker acids than water.
- Alcohols behave as electrophiles.
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The Correct Option is D
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The correct option is (D) :Alcohols behave as electrophiles..
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