Among the following compound the stronge

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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Question:

Among the following compound the strongest acid is

Options:

HC≡CH

C₆H₆

C₂H₆

CH₃OH

Correct Answer:

CH₃OH

Explanation:

C₆H₆ and C₂H₆ being hydrocarbons are very weak acids. To decide whether HC≡CH or CH₃OH is a stronger acid, consider the reaction.

(stronger acid) (weaker acid)

Since a stronger acid displaces a weaker acid from its salts, therefore CH₃OH is a stronger acid than HC≡CH.