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Explain why p-nitrophenol is a stronger acid then phenol |
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Answer» e nitro-group is an ELECTRON-withdrawing group. ☄The presence of this group in the ortho or para POSITION DECREASES the electron density in the OH bond.☄As a result, it is easier to LOSE a proton.☄Hence, ortho and para nitrophenols are STRONGER acids than phenol. |
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