Which of the following is applicable for phenols?
Correct answer: D. dissolves readily in alkalines
- A. a colourful crystalline solid
- B. more reactive to nucleophillic attack
- C. form link solution at room temperature
- D. dissolves readily in alkalines
Explanation
The OH group of phenol determines its properties. The OH group makes the phenol acidic and hence the acidic property allows it to dissolve readily in alkalines.
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Alcohols are classified as primary, secondary or tertiary and studied through their hydrogen bonding, acidity, oxidation and reactions with active metals, acids and halogenating agents. Phenols require separate treatment because the hydroxyl group is attached to an aromatic ring, making their acidity and electrophilic substitution different from ordinary alcohols.
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