Q27 / 192 · NTA Abhyas (NEET) 2020 · Chemistry · Alcohols Phenols and Ethers

Phenol does not react with $N a H C O_{3}$ because

Correct answer
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

H C O_{3}^{-}

is a weaker proton acceptor than phenolate ion

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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