Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Chemistry

Question:

Intake of which of the following can be lethal? 

Options:

Dilute acetic acid 

Absolute alcohol 

Milk of magnesia 

None of the above 

Correct Answer:

Absolute alcohol 

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 2. Absolute alcohol.

The intake of absolute alcohol can be lethal. Absolute alcohol, also known as pure ethanol, is a highly concentrated form of alcohol that is typically used in laboratories and industrial processes. Consuming even small amounts of absolute alcohol can lead to alcohol poisoning, which can be fatal. Therefore, among the options provided, absolute alcohol is the substance that can be lethal when ingested.