Arrange the following compounds in the order of decreasing acidity
- $ II > IV > I > III$
- $I > II > III > IV $
- $III > I > II > IV$
- $ IV > III > I > II $
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
group increases acidic strength by destabilising and stabilising
the phenoxide ion formed respectively.
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Alcohols
What is Alcohol?
Alcohol is a derivative of water (H2O) that has one, two, or more hydroxyl groups that are attached to a carbon atom of a hydrocarbon chain (an alkyl group). It is one of the most common organic compounds used in sweeteners, fragrances, and medicine.
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Uses of Alcohol:
- Ethanol is the alcohol used in alcoholic drinks. It can be used as an industrial methylated spirit where methanol is used very little in quantity as it can be dangerous.
- It is used as fuel to produce carbon dioxide and water by the process of fermentation. Whereas methanol burns carbon dioxide and water to facilitate combustion.
- Alcohol is an organic compound used as a solvent that is insoluble in water.
- It can be used to lower the level of sugar.
- Alcohol is used as a preservative in laboratories.