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What is Cresol?
Meaning of Cresol: Cresol is an aromatic organic compound that is classified as a phenol. It is a colorless or light yellow liquid that has a strong, unpleasant odor. Cresol is use in the production of plastics, resins, and other industrial chemicals. It is also use as a disinfectant and a germicide.
The Structure of the Cresol
Cresol is a compound that has three structural isomers, ortho-, meta-, and para-cresol. These isomers have the same molecular formula but differ in the location of the methyl group on the benzene ring. Cresol is a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. It is soluble in water but miscible with most organic solvents.
The Production of the Cresols
The production of cresols starts with the oxidation of benzene to phenol. The phenol is then react with chlorine to produce o-cresol, m-cresol, and p-cresol. The o-cresol and m-cresol are then separate by distillation. The p-cresol is then react with ethylene oxide to produce cresol.
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