JEE Advanced · 2013 · 02 Jun 2013 · Paper 1 · Alcohols Phenols and Ethers

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The compound that does NOT liberate , on treatment with aqueous sodium bicarbonate solution, is
  1. (A)Benzoic acid
  2. (B)Benzenesulphonic acid
  3. (C)Salicylic acid
  4. (D)Carbolic acid (Phenol)✓ Correct

Answer: (D)

Solution

Phenol is less acidic than carbonic acid (), so it does not release with . Only acids stronger than carbonic acid can displace from bicarbonate. Benzoic acid, benzenesulphonic acid, and salicylic acid are all stronger acids than carbonic acid and will liberate .

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