MCQ
Phenol reacts with alkali to give:
  • A
    Salt
  • B
    Water
  • Both $a$ and $b$
  • D
    Complex compound

Answer

Correct option: C.
Both $a$ and $b$
Phenol is weakly acidic in nature. Hence when it reacts with alkali, it gives a salt and water i.e. the neutralization reaction takes place.

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