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NEET · Chemistry · Alcohols Phenols and Ethers
In the reaction between water and an alkoxide, what role does water...
In the reaction between water and an alkoxide, what role does water play?
Options
- AWater acts as a reducing agent.
- BWater acts as a catalyst.
- CWater acts as an acid.
- DWater acts as a base.
Correct answer
C. Water acts as an acid.
Step-by-step solution
In the reaction, water donates a proton (H⁺) and acts as an acid.