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Chemistry Alcohol, Phenol and Ether Structures of Functional Groups Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 11, 2026

Phenol is a weaker acid than acetic acid because

A
Phenoxide ion is better stabilized by resonance than acetate ion.
B
Acetate ion is better stabilized by resonance than phenoxide ion.
C
Phenol is less soluble in water than acetic acid.
D
Both phenoxide ion and acetate ion are stable.

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