Ethanol reacts with sodium metal to produce: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Ethanol reacts with sodium metal to produce:
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Ethane
C. Hydrogen gas
D. Oxygen
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
2C₂H₅OH + 2Na → 2C₂H₅ONa + H₂↑. Alcohols react with alkali metals to form alkoxides and hydrogen, similar to water but slower.

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