SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which branch of Chemistry would study rubbing alcohol (C3H8O) and its reactions?
A
Physical
B
Biochemical
C
Organic
D
Inorganic
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Organic chemistry is the study of the structure, properties, composition, reactions, and preparation of carbon-containing compounds.

Detailed explanation-2: -In organic chemistry, the oxidation of alcohol is a crucial reaction. Aldehydes and carboxylic acids are formed when primary alcohols are oxidised; ketones are formed when secondary alcohols are oxidised. Tertiary alcohols, on the other hand, cannot be oxidised without breaking the C–C bonds in the molecule.

Detailed explanation-3: -isopropyl alcohol, also called 2-propanol, one of the most common members of the alcohol family of organic compounds.

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