NEET
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- Alcohols Phenols and Ethers
NEET · Chemistry · Alcohols Phenols and Ethers
Which property of phenols allows them to be soluble in water?
Which property of phenols allows them to be soluble in water?
Options
- APresence of aromatic rings
- BHydrophobic alkyl groups
- CFormation of hydrogen bonds with water
- DHigh molecular mass
Correct answer
C. Formation of hydrogen bonds with water
Step-by-step solution
Phenols can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules due to the -OH group.