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Which compound is tertiary alcohol ?

A

1-propanol

B

2-methyl-1-hexanol

C

3-methyl-2-hexanol

D

2-methyl-2-hexanol

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To determine which compound is a tertiary alcohol, we need to understand the definition of tertiary alcohols and analyze the given options step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Tertiary Alcohols**: - A tertiary alcohol is defined as an alcohol where the hydroxyl group (-OH) is attached to a carbon atom that is bonded to three other carbon atoms. This means the carbon with the -OH group is a tertiary carbon. 2. **Identifying the Options**: - We need to analyze the provided options to identify which one represents a tertiary alcohol. 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Option A: 2-methyl-1-hexanol**: - This compound has the alcohol group (-OH) on the first carbon of a hexane chain. The first carbon is attached to only one other carbon, making it a primary alcohol, not tertiary. - **Option B: 3-methylhexanol**: - In this compound, the alcohol group is on the third carbon. The third carbon is attached to two other carbons and one hydrogen, making it a secondary alcohol, not tertiary. - **Option C: 2-methyl-2-hexanol**: - Here, the alcohol group is on the second carbon. This carbon is attached to three other carbon atoms (one from the methyl group and two from the hexane chain), making it a tertiary alcohol. This is the correct answer. 4. **Conclusion**: - After analyzing the options, we conclude that **2-methyl-2-hexanol** is the tertiary alcohol. ### Final Answer: The compound that is a tertiary alcohol is **2-methyl-2-hexanol**.
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