Question

(v) Which of the following alcohols is most reactive towards Na ?
(a) Methyl alcohol
(b) Ethyl alcohol
(c) Isopropyl alcohol
(d) Tert, butyl alcohol.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Melthyl alcohol is most reactive alchol

Answer 2

Answer:

(a) Methyl alcohol

Explanation:

Methyl alcohol is also VERY reactive towards sodium metal. Ethyl alcohol reacts more slowly, but is still zippy. Above ethyl alcohol, propyl alcohol and butyl alcohol are very sluggish; and will likely not fully react without heating.