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The acidic character of phenol is due to

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a

Greater resonance stabilization of phenoxide ion over phenol
 

b

Greater resonance stabilization of phenol over phenoxide ion

c

Because of tautomerism occurring in phenol
 

d

Because oxygen is more electronegative than hydrogen

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

Given data:It is given to identify the acidic character of phenol is due to

Explanation:

The ability of phenols to lose hydrogen ions and form phenoxide ions causes their acidity. 

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Hence, correct option is: (A) greater resonance stabilization of phenoxide ion over phenol

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