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-OH groups take precedence over halo and alkyl groups. Number the chain to give the -OH the lowest possible number. | ![]() |
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PHYSICAL PROPERTIESThe hydroxyl group is capable of donating and accepting a hydrogen bond. This causes alcohols to have properties that are very different to alkanes. | ![]() |
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H-bonding increases the coiling point and water solubility of alcohols over alkanes and alkyl halides. Alcohols containing 4 carbons or less are water soluble. Water solubility decreases with increasing length of the carbon chain. | ![]() |
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