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Which of the following is the most efficient in removing a proton from methanol ?

A

`CH_(3)ONa`

B

`NaH`

C

`NaOH`

D

`H_(2)O`

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The correct Answer is:
B
Alcohols are basically neutral compounds but are sufficiently acidic to react with the extremely strong base like hydride ion `(H^(-))`.
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