Question
Chemistry Question on Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
The correct order of acidity of above compound is
A
II>IV>I>III
B
III>IV>II>I
C
IV>II>III>I
D
IV>III>I>II
Answer
IV>III>I>II
Explanation
Solution
The greater acidity of (1) compared to other acids is attributed to the ortho effect. Acidity is influenced by the electron-withdrawing (-I) and electron-releasing (+M) effects.
The correct option is(D): IV>III>I>II