explain why p-nitrophenol is a stronger acid than phenol
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The nitro-group is an electron-withdrawing group. The presence of this group in the ortho or para position decreases the electron density in the OH bond. As a result, it is easier to lose a proton. ... Hence, ortho and para nitrophenols are stronger acids than phenol.
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The nitro-group is an electron-withdrawing group. The presence of this group in the ortho or para position decreases the electron density in the OH bond. As a result, it is easier to lose a proton. ... Hence, ortho and para nitrophenols are stronger acids than phenol.
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