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NEET · Chemistry · Alcohols Phenols and Ethers
What role does sodium hydroxide play in the generation of the...
What role does sodium hydroxide play in the generation of the phenoxide ion from phenol?
Options
- AIt acts as a reducing agent.
- BIt serves as a catalyst.
- CIt donates a proton to phenol.
- DIt donates an electron to phenol.
Correct answer
C. It donates a proton to phenol.
Step-by-step solution
Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) donates a hydroxide ion (OH⁻) to phenol, leading to the formation of the phenoxide ion through protonation.