NEETChemistryAlcohol Phenols and EthersMCQ+4 / −1
Which of the following compounds has the most acidic nature?
- A
- B
- C
- D
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Correct answer: B
Phenol is most acidic among the given options. In phenol, the electron withdrawing phenyl ring polarises the O-H bond thereby facilitating the release of H+.
In option (A) the -I effect of phenyl ring is diminished by -CH2 group.
Moreover, the phenolate ion is stabilised by resonance.
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