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sadhu
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i want to ask that whether alcohols are acidic or basic or both depending upon the medium?
Are Alcohols Acidic, Basic, or Both Depending on the Medium?
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Alcohols are generally neutral compounds but can exhibit amphoteric behavior, acting as either acids or bases depending on the medium. This duality allows alcohols to participate in reactions that can either donate or accept protons, influenced by the surrounding conditions. The discussion confirms that while alcohols are primarily neutral, their reactivity can change based on environmental factors.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of acid-base chemistry
- Familiarity with amphoteric substances
- Knowledge of organic chemistry principles
- Basic concepts of reaction mechanisms
- Research the properties of amphoteric compounds in detail
- Study specific alcohols and their reactions in different pH environments
- Explore the role of solvents in acid-base reactions
- Learn about proton transfer mechanisms in organic reactions
Chemistry students, organic chemists, and anyone interested in the reactivity of alcohols in various chemical environments.
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Kushal
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alcohols are neutral but can be made to react amphoterically (as acids or alkalis), depending on the conditions.
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sadhu
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thats the answer i was looking for
thanks for quick response...
thanks for quick response...
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