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Alcohols and Phenols Cleavage of O–H Bond in Alcohols

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Which reaction primarily involves cleavage of the O–H bond of ethanol?

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Correct Answer: A) CH₃CH₂OH + Na → CH₃CH₂ONa + H₂

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Sodium removes the proton from the hydroxyl group, so the O–H bond is cleaved to form ethoxide.

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