A. number of carbon atoms present in the compound
B. molecular mass of the compound
C. molecular formula of the compound
D. number of alkyl groups bonded to the carbon having the hydroxyl group

Correct Answer: Option D

D. number of alkyl groups bonded to the carbon having the hydroxyl group

Explanation

Alkanols can be classified as primary, secondary or tertiary, according to the number of alkyl groups attached to the carbon which bears the -OH group.

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