MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #204

What is the effect of adding sodium hydroxide to a mixture of phenol and water?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #204

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the effect of adding sodium hydroxide to a mixture of phenol and water?

    • A) Formation of sodium phenoxide
    • B) Formation of phenylamine
    • C) Formation of benzene
    • D) Formation of phenylsulfonic acid

    Answer: Formation of sodium phenoxide

    Explanation: Phenol reacts with sodium hydroxide to form sodium phenoxide, a strong base.