Chemistry-Properties of Phenols
NEET Chemistry Properties of Phenols MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12
What is the bond length between carbon and oxygen in phenol, and how does it compare to that in methanol?
A
136 pm, less than in methanol
B
136 pm, greater than in methanol
C
140 pm, less than in methanol
D
140 pm, greater than in methanol
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that the carbon–oxygen bond length in phenol is 136 pm, which is slightly less than that in methanol due to the partial double bond character and sp2 hybridisation of carbon.
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