Question

write a note on acidic character of phenol and compare the acidic strength of alcohol​

Answer 1

Answer:

Since, phenols can easily donate protons rather than alcohols, phenols are more acidic than alcohols. Note: In phenols, the OH group is connected to a stable benzene ring. In alcohols, the OH group is not directly connected to aromatic or a benzene ring; usually it is some alkyl group.

Answer 2

Explanation:

It is very less acidic than phenol. Since, phenols can easily donate protons rather than alcohols, phenols are more acidic than alcohols