Question

why are primary alcohols more acidic then secondary & tertiary alcohols?

Answer 1

For the simplest case of alkyl alcohols, primary alcohols are more acidic than secondary alcohols which are more acidic than tertiary alcohols. This is because the strength of the alcohol as an acid is dependent on the corresponding strength of its conjugate base, the alkoxide ion.

Answer 2

Explanation:

the primary and secondary alcohols more acidic than Territory alcohols.