Question on: JAMB Chemistry - 2013

2-methylbutan-2-ol is a tertiary alkanol. Here's why: * **Understanding Alkanols:** Alkanols (alcohols) are organic compounds that contain a hydroxyl (-OH) functional group. The position of the -OH group on the carbon chain determines the type of alcohol. * **Classifying Alkanols:** Alkanols are classified based on the number of carbon atoms bonded to the carbon atom that is directly attached to the -OH group: * **Primary (1°):** The carbon with the -OH group is bonded to only one other carbon atom. * **Secondary (2°):** The carbon with the -OH group is bonded to two other carbon atoms. * **Tertiary (3°):** The