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What ion is formed when phenol donates a proton?
Think about the ion that results from the acidic behavior of phenols.
What product is formed when phenol undergoes nitration?
Recall the positions where electrophiles attach due to the -OH group.
What does phenol react with to produce sodium phenoxide?
Think about reactions that illustrate acidic behavior.
True or False: Phenol is a stronger acid than water.
Evaluate the acidity of phenols versus alcohol.
Propose a synthetic route to produce salicylic acid from phenol using Kolbe's reaction.
Focus on the electrophilic substitution aspect of Kolbe's reaction.
Illustrate the reaction mechanism of electrophilic substitution when phenol reacts with bromine using Br2.
Write out the structures during each step for clarity.
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