NEET Chemistry Properties of Phenols MCQ Question
Which of the following combinations accurately describe the properties of phenols?
Phenols are more acidic than alcohols, and the phenoxide ion is more stable than phenol.
Phenols undergo nucleophilic substitution reactions readily, and their -OH group does not activate the aromatic ring.
Phenols have a longer carbon-oxygen bond length than alcohols, and they are less acidic than water.
Phenols form stable alkoxide ions easily, and their -OH group is para-directing in electrophilic substitution.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Phenols are indeed more acidic than alcohols, and the phenoxide ion is stabilized by resonance, making it more stable than phenol itself. This follows from the discussion of acidity and stability in the given context.
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