Chapter 18.1, Problem 11SSC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The hydrogen atoms which are ionizable in the given structure are to be identified.

Concept introduction:

Those hydrogen atoms are ionizable which can be released as ${\text{H}}^{+}$ . The hydrogen which is released as ${\text{H}}^{+}$ is acidic in nature. ${\text{H}}^{+}$ is released when it is attached to an atom of greater electronegativity.

Answer to Problem 11SSC

The hydrogens attached to oxygen are ionizable.

Explanation of Solution

The given compound contains two types of hydrogen.

One is attached with oxygen and the other is attached to carbon.

Oxygen is an electronegative element. So, it attracts the electrons of $\text{O}-\text{H}$ bond and released ${\text{H}}^{+}$ .

Conclusion

Thus, two hydrogens are ionizable in the given compound.