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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Question:

What is the common name of the following compound: CH2(OH)-CH2(OH)

Options:

Ethane-1,2-diol

Glycerol

Ethylene glycol

Ethylene diol

Correct Answer:

Ethylene glycol

Explanation:

The given compound is: CH2(OH)-CH2(OH), it's IUPAC name is Ethane-1,2-diol and it is commonly known as Ethylene glycol.