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JEE Main 2025-26 Mock Test: Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen

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Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen is a high-weightage chapter in JEE Chemistry, exploring the structures, nomenclature, and reactivity of alcohols, phenols, ethers, and related compounds. Mastery of these concepts is vital for solving advanced application-based questions in the exam. Take this targeted mock test to reinforce your understanding and ensure you’re exam-ready!

Mock Test Instructions for the Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen Mock test-3:

  • 20 questions from Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen Mock test-3
  • Time limit: 20 minutes
  • Single correct answer per question
  • Correct answers appear in bold green after submission

How Can JEE Mock Tests Help You Master Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen?

  • Identify conceptual gaps in alcohols, phenols, and ether reactions with exam-focused MCQs.
  • Refine nomenclature and isomerism strategies through targeted mock problems.
  • Boost confidence in functional group conversions and mechanism-based questions.
  • Simulate real exam conditions for better time management in JEE Chemistry.
  • Track your progress and focus revision on recurring weak points.

Strengthen Your Problem-Solving for Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers with Expert-Designed JEE Mock Tests

  • Practice the application of reaction mechanisms for high-weightage questions.
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  • Develop speed and accuracy in recognizing correct IUPAC names and structural formulas.
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  • Comprehensive coverage ensures you don’t miss any key JEE subtopic in this chapter.

FAQs on JEE Main 2025-26 Mock Test: Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen

1. What are organic compounds containing oxygen?

Organic compounds containing oxygen are chemical compounds in which one or more atoms of oxygen are bonded to carbon within an organic framework. Common examples include alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, and their derivatives.

2. What is the functional group of alcohols and how are they classified?

The functional group of alcohols is the hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to a saturated carbon atom. Alcohols are classified as primary (1°), secondary (2°), or tertiary (3°) depending on the number of carbon atoms directly bonded to the carbon holding the -OH group.

3. What are ethers and how are they named?

Ethers are organic compounds containing an oxygen atom linked to two alkyl or aryl groups. Their general formula is R-O-R'. In IUPAC nomenclature, ethers are named using the smaller alkyl group as a prefix and the larger one as the main chain followed by 'oxy', e.g., methoxyethane.

4. How do aldehydes and ketones differ in structure?

Both aldehydes and ketones contain the carbonyl group (C=O). In aldehydes, the carbonyl carbon is bonded to at least one hydrogen atom, while in ketones, the carbonyl carbon is bonded to two carbon atoms. Example: Formaldehyde (CH₂O) is an aldehyde; acetone (CH₃COCH₃) is a ketone.

5. What are carboxylic acids? Give one example.

Carboxylic acids are organic compounds containing the carboxyl functional group (-COOH). An example is acetic acid (CH₃COOH), commonly found in vinegar.

6. How are alcohols prepared in the laboratory?

Alcohols can be prepared in the laboratory by:

  • Hydration of alkenes using acid-catalysis
  • Reduction of aldehydes and ketones
  • Hydrolysis of alkyl halides

Each method involves important laboratory procedures for converting functional groups to the desired alcohol.

7. What are the common tests to identify alcohols?

Common tests for identifying alcohols include:

  • Reaction with sodium metal (produces hydrogen gas)
  • Lucas test (distinguishes primary, secondary, tertiary alcohols)
  • Formation of ester by reaction with carboxylic acids

8. State the physical properties of alcohols and ethers.

Alcohols have higher boiling points due to hydrogen bonding. Ethers have lower boiling points compared to alcohols of the same molecular mass as they lack hydrogen bonding. Both are generally soluble in water, especially in lower members, due to their ability to form hydrogen bonds with water molecules.

9. What is the importance of functional groups in organic compounds?

Functional groups determine the chemical properties and reactivity of organic compounds. They are responsible for the specific reactions and identity of a compound, such as the -OH group in alcohols and the -COOH group in carboxylic acids.

10. Name two main methods for preparing ethers in the laboratory.

Two common methods for laboratory preparation of ethers are:

  • Williamson ether synthesis: Reaction of an alkoxide ion with a primary alkyl halide.
  • Dehydration of alcohols: Passing excess alcohol vapors over heated alumina (Al₂O₃).

11. What is the role of oxygen-containing organic compounds in daily life?

Oxygen-containing organic compounds like alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, and carboxylic acids are used in medicine, industry, and food preservation. For example, ethanol is an antiseptic and solvent, acetic acid is used in vinegar, and formaldehyde is a disinfectant.

12. How can you distinguish between an aldehyde and a ketone?

Aldehydes and ketones can be distinguished by:

  • Tollens' test: Only aldehydes give a positive result (silver mirror formation).
  • Fehling's solution test: Aldehydes form a red precipitate, but ketones do not.

These tests rely on the ease of oxidation of aldehydes compared to ketones.