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Published on: August 13, 2026
Which of the following compounds is the weakest Bronsted base?
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Phenol is weakest Bronsted base as phenol after losing a lone pair produces least stable
conjugate acid among the compounds.
Phenol has the least tendency to accept a proton and hence it is weak Bronsted base. Hence, phenol is least basic among given four choices.
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