explain why alcohols and phenols are weak acids.

Q: Explain the reasons for the following observed properties: (a) Carboxylic acids have higher boiling…

A: Given,  Explain the reasons for the following observed properties: (a) Carboxylic acids have higher…

Q: Compear acidity of monoatomic, diatomic alcoholes and phenol.

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Q: How do the structure and number of carbons affect the solubility of alcohols in water?

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Q: Explain why a tertiary alcohol cannot undergo oxidation

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Q: Explain Structure and Bonding of Alcohols, ethers, and epoxides ?

A: The general structure of alcohols, ethers and epoxides is ashown below, The alcohols contain a…

Q: although alkyl halides are polar in nature but insoluble in water. Why ?

A: Although alkyl halides are polar in nature but insoluble in water because they are hydrophobic in…

Q: what are the physical properties of phenol?

A: Physical properties of phenol:Phenol is a Colorless liquid.It has high boiling point due to the…

Q: Write a general equation representing the hydration of an alkyne.

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Q: Prove the physical properties of acetone

A: We know the formula for acetone is - CH3COCH3 OR we can say it C3H6O. We are here to discuss about…

Q: Illustrate and explain why phenols are more acidic than alcohol.

A: Illustrate and explain why phenols are more acidic than alcohol.

Q: similarities and differences in the chemical reactions between alcohols and carbonyl compounds.

A: Organic reactions are those in which organic reactant react to form organic products.

Q: the general formula of carboxylic acid

A: Introduction: We have to tell the general formula for carboxylic acid.

Q: what are the structures of: Ethyl n-propyl ether Methyl n-butyl ether

A: The structures of the following compound has to be drawn.

Q: Explain why carboxylic acids are weak acids.

A: According to Arrhenius, the substances which dissociate in water to produce H+ ions are known as…

Q: name the phenol

A: Given compound is :

Q: Alcohol Properties Methanol Ethanol Propanol Butanol

A: Alcohols are organic compounds that have atleast one hydroxyl functional group(-OH) bound to a…

Q: Explain how alcohols and phenols are prepared to be used as disinfectants.

A: Alcohols and Phenol are used a a disinfectant which kills bacteria by disrupting their enzyme…

Q: The general formula for alcohols is a) R-OH b) R-O-R c) R-COOH d) R-NH2

A: Given  Name of functional group = Alcohol  General formula = ?

Q: Phenol + Br2/H2O

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Q: What is the product of this reaction? A) Ketone B) Aldehyde C) Carboxylic Acid D) Tertiary…

A: To find: the product formed when cyclopentanol reacts with PCC.

Q: Identify an incorrect statement concerning the physical properties of alcohols.

A: We can attribute this to the presence of intermolecular hydrogen bonding between hydroxyl groups of…

Q: Explain the process of naming a nitrile ?

A: Nitriles are the organic compounds which contains the -CN group. The general formula of nitriles is…

Q: Define carboxylation

A: Given term,     Carboxylation

Q: What are the functional groups present in the compound? Alcohol and carboxylic acid Alcohol and…

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Q: Write structural formulas for the following compounds.(a) ethyl isopropyl ether (b) di-n-butyl ether

A: (a) The structural formula for the given ethyl isopropyl ether is drawn as follows,

Q: What are generalization about the Phenols and their properties

A: The question is based on the concepts of phenols. We have to write properties of phenol.

Q: Predict relative boiling points, acidities, and solubilities of alcohols.

A: Alcohol is an organic compound that bears a molecular group of at least one hydroxyl connected to a…

Q: Explain why heat is needed in the hydrolysis of esters

A: Hydrolysis of esters is a reaction with water catalyzed by either an acid or a base.

Q: Draw the structure of 2-methylphenol (o-methylphenol)

A: 2-methylphenol is also known as ortho-cresol. It is a derivative of phenol.

Q: Explain Reaction at the carbonyl carbon- that aldehydes and ketones undergo ?

A: Carbonyl carbon is sp2 hybridized within which three sp2 orbitals are engaged in forming sigma bonds…

Q: Write an equation for the preparation of benzyl alcohol

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Q: what is the structure of a)butanol b) 2-propanol c) 2 methyl-2 propanol d) 2 methylbutanol

A: The compounds given are, a) Butanol  b) 2-propanol c) 2 methyl-2-propanol d) 2-methybutanol.

Q: Define the Properties of Ethers ?

A: Ethers are oxygen containing compounds. It contains two R (alkyl or aryl) groups connected with O…

Q: Write an equation for the formation of the following compounds from the appropriate alcohol

A: Here we are required to find the alcohol from which the ketone can be made.

Q: Explain briefly why esters are less soluble in water than carboxylic acids of comparable molecular…

A: The solubility of a compound follows the rule of like dissolves like. This means that polar…

Q: Explain the process associated with the acylation of benzene?

A: Friedel-Craft’s acylation:In Friedel-Crafts acylation, aromatic ring is treated with acid chloride…

Q: Explain the method to prepare an ether ?

A: Ether is an functional group, whose molecular formula is ROR' where R is an any alkyl or aryl group.…

Q: an acetal is a combination of what functional group  a)an ester and an ether b)an ether and a…

A: A general acetal is represented as:

Q: Generalization about Phenols and their properties

A: Phenol is a similar with alcohol. It shows acidic character but aliphatic alcohols(ROH) are…

Q: Explain why phenols are more acidic than alcohols. Elaborate.

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Q: Explain the acidity of carboxylic acids ?

A: Acids are substances which give H+ ion in solution. Lewis acids are electron acceptors. Carboxylic…

Q: Explain about carbonyl compounds with a detailed look at aldehydes and ketones ?

A: Carbonyl compounds are important in organic chemistry.