7.4.4.1 - Reactions involving cleavage of O–H bond
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What are the three classifications of alcohols based on hydroxyl groups?
💡 Hint: Think about how many -OH groups are present.
Name one preparation method for phenols.
💡 Hint: Consider the chemicals commonly associated with phenol.
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What is a characteristic feature of alcohols?
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True or False: Phenols are less acidic than alcohols.
💡 Hint: Consider how charge is distributed in these molecules.
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Explain why alcohols are weaker acids than water, though they can donate protons.
💡 Hint: Think about how the molecular structure and hybridization affect the bond strength.
How does the presence of electron-withdrawing groups influence the acidity of phenols compared to alcohols?
💡 Hint: Consider how resonance affects charge distribution in these compounds.
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