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Which of the following statements correctly classifies propan-2-ol (CH₃CH(OH)CH₃) and explains its classification?
A
Primary alcohol, because the -OH group is located on the second carbon atom.
B
Secondary alcohol, because the carbon atom bonded to the -OH group is attached to two other alkyl groups.
C
Tertiary alcohol, because it contains a total of three carbon atoms in its structure.
D
Primary alcohol, because it can be fully oxidized to a carboxylic acid under strong conditions.