WBJEE · Chemistry · Alcohols Phenols and Ethers
Which statement is incorrect
- A Phenol is a weak acid
- B Phenol is an aromatic compound
- C Phenol liberates \(\mathrm{CO}_2\) from \(\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{CO}_3\) soln
- D Phenol is soluble in \(\mathrm{NaOH}\)
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(C) Phenol liberates \(\mathrm{CO}_2\) from \(\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{CO}_3\) soln
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Phenol does not liberate \(\mathrm{CO}_2\) from \(\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{CO}_3\) solution
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