T3 CH3 Chemistry in Everyday Life — Science STD 6 — Question
Tamilnadu BoardEnglish MediumSTD 6ScienceT3 CH3 Chemistry in Everyday Life5 Marks
Question
Write about the Phenol and its uses.
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Answer
Phenol:
1. Phenol is a Carbolic acid of an organic compound.
2. It's molecular formula $C _6 H _5 OH$
3. It is a weak acid.
4. It is a volatile, white crystalline powder.
5. It is a colourless solution but changes into the red in the presence of dust.
6. It irritates when exposed to human skin.
Uses:
It’s used industrial.
Low concentration of Phenol is used in mouth wash, disinfectant in household cleaners.
It is used as a surgical antiseptic since it kills microorganisms.
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