Question
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The correct order of strength of acidity of the following compound is
A
(ii) > (i) > (iii) > (iv)
B
(i) > (ii) > (iii) > (iv)
C
(iv) > (iii) > (ii) > (i)
D
(iv) > (iii) > (i) > (ii)
Answer
(iv) > (iii) > (i) > (ii)
Explanation
Solution
Presence of electron withdrawing groups such as nitro group enhances the acidic strength of phenol and the presence of electron releasing groups such as alkyl group decrease the acidic strength of phenol.