Discussion Forum : Alcohols Phenols And Ethers
Question -


Which of the following will not react with NaOH?

Options:
A .  
B .   C2H5OH
C .   CH3CONH2
D .   CH(CN)3
Answer: Option B
:
B
C2H5OH (ethanol) is a very weak acid hence it does not react with NaOH. However, it reacts with metallic sodium, giving sodium ethoxide and hydrogen gas.

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