Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

What is the name of the compound having the formula CH3CH2OH ?

Options:

Acetic Acid

Ethanol

Methane

Chloroform

Correct Answer:

Ethanol

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 2. Ethanol.

The compound with the formula \(CH_3CH_2OH\) is Ethanol.

\(CH_3CH_2OH\) represents the structural formula of ethanol, which is a type of alcohol. Ethanol is commonly known as the type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages and is also used as a fuel and a solvent. Acetic acid has the formula \(CH_3COOH\).

Methane has the formula \(CH_4\).
Chloroform has the formula \(CHCl_3\).