Consider the Following Statements About Alcohols

question 13

Multiple Choice

Consider the following statements about alcohols:
(i) Alcohols contain a polar O- H bond and hence mix well with polar solvents like water.
(ii) Alcohols form hydrogen bonds with water.
(iii) Alcohols have a higher boiling point compared to hydrocarbons with the same number of carbon atoms.
(iv) For the most part, alcohols are toxic.
Which statement(s) is(are) true?

• A) none
• B) (i) and (ii)
• C) (iii) only
• D) (i), (ii), and (iv)
• E) all

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