Statement 1: The pK_a of acetic acid is lower than that of phenol.
Statement 2: Phenoxide ion is more resonance stabilized.

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!

An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

Statement 1 is incorrect and statement 2 is correct

Both statements 1 and 2 are incorrect

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct

Statement 1 is correct and statement 2 is incorrect

answer is B.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

Low pK_a value corresponds to more acidic compound. Acetic lcid (pK_a = 4.0) is more acidic than phenol (pK_a= 9.0). It is due to the fact that carboxylate ion is more stabilized due to resonance because its resonating structures are equivalent.

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity

hear from our champions

Result Producing online coaching for JEE/NEET of south India

Largest All India Test Series for JEE/NEET

Best Books for IIT JEE

Best Books for NEET

🔥 Start Your JEE/NEET Prep at Just ₹1999 / month - Limited Offer! Check Now!

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!