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QJEEM22Ch4be8: JEE Main 2022 Chemistry - Class 12 JEEM22Ch4be8 Solution: Given below are two statements : Statement I : Phenols are…
Given below are two statements :
Statement I : Phenols are weakly acidic.
Statement II : Therefore they are freely soluble in NaOH solution and are weaker acids than alcohols and water.
Choose the most appropriate option :
Multiple Choice Options
- A Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
- B Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct.
- C Both Statement I and Statement II are correct.
- D Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
Step-by-Step Verified Solution
Phenol are weakly acidic. Phenol is more acidic than alcohol & H2O statement (I) is correct. (II) is incorrect.