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The ionization constant of phenol is higher than that of ethanol because:
The ionization constant of phenol is higher than that of ethanol because:
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Greater stability of conjugate base implies stronger acid.
Updated On: Mar 24, 2026
- Phenoxide ion is bulkier than ethoxide
- Phenoxide ion is stronger base than ethoxide
- Phenoxide ion is stabilized through delocalization
- Phenoxide ion is less stable than ethoxide
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The Correct Option is C
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