Which of these molecules are alcohols? Check all that apply.

Question

Which of these molecules are alcohols? Check all that apply.

A

B

C

D

E

F

Answer 1

Hello, Darragh,

Look for a -C-O-H structure. The -OH group is the alcohol. I find them on B and C. There is no -OH group on A. D has an -C=O group, which is an aldehyde. E has a -CO₂H group, which is a carboxylic acid, not alcohol. F, water, has no carbons.

Bob