For distinguishing phenol and acetic acid we required to react (treat) them

For Distinguishing Phenol And Acetic Acid We Required To React Chemistry Question

For distinguishing phenol and acetic acid we required to react (treat) them with

Options

(a) Na₂CO₃
(b) NaOH
(c) HCl
(d) NaHCO₃

Correct Answer:

NaHCO₃

Explanation:

Acetic acid on treatment with NaHCO₃ evolves CO₂, however no such reaction occurs with phenol. CH₃COOH + NaHCO₃ → CH₃COONa + CO₂↑ + H₂O.

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Topics: Alcohols Phenols and Ethers (80)
Subject: Chemistry (2512)

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