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MDCAT Chemistry QUESTION #7807
Question 1

Reaction of an alcohol with sodium metal produces:

  • Aldehyde
  • Alkoxide✔️
  • Ethane
  • Ethene
Correct Answer Explanation

Alcohols react with Na to form sodium alkoxide and hydrogen gas: \(2\mathrm{ROH} + 2\mathrm{Na} \rightarrow 2\mathrm{RO}^-\mathrm{Na}^+ + \mathrm{H}_2\).