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An unknown compound dissolves in sulphur...

An unknown compound dissolves in sulphuric acid but does not decolourise bromine water and does not react with sodium . Which of the following classes of molecules would behave in this manner ?

A

Alkynes

B

Phenol

C

Ether

D

Alcohol

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The correct Answer is:
C
(a) The compound does not decolourise bromine water `implies` it does not contain `pi` bond.
(b) The compound is not an alcohol since it shows no reaction with sodium.
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