The reaction, $C_{6} H_{5} ONa + {CO}_{2} + H_{2} O ⟶ C_{6} H_{5} OH + {NaHCO}_{3}$ suggests that

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Carbonic acid is a stronger acid than phenol

None of the above

Phenol is a stronger acid than carbonic acid

Water is a stronger acid than phenol

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

Given data:It is given to identify the correct statement of above given reaction.

Explanation:

Carbonic acid $({CO}_{2} + H_{2} O = H_{2} {CO}_{3})$ is a stronger acid than phenol because it displaces a weaker acid from its salts.

Hence, correct option is: (B) Carbonic acid is stronger acid than phenol

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