Question

Ortho cresol is less acidic than its meta and para isomer why

Answer 1

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When the methyl group is present inthe ortho- and para-position both of them can act upon phenol. Hyperconjugation as a rule dominates which increases the electron density ofthe aryl. This makes it less acidicbecause the conjugate base is nowless stable. But when its meta-cresol, hyperconjugation no longer works.

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Answer 2

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When the methyl group is present inthe ortho- and para-position both of them can act upon phenol. Hyperconjugation as a rule dominates which increases the electron density ofthe aryl. This makes it less acidic because the conjugate base is now less stable. But when its meta-cresol, hyperconjugation no longer works.......

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