Phenol does not react with N a H C O 3 because

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Phenol does not react with

N a H C O_{3}

because

ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersNEET

Options:

A Phenol is a weaker acid than carbonic acid
B Phenol is a stronger acid than carbonic acid
C Phenol is as strong as carbonic acid
D Phenol is insoluble in water.

Solution:

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The correct answer is: Phenol is a weaker acid than carbonic acid

H C O_{3}^{-}

is a weaker proton acceptor than phenolate ion

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