JEE Main 2014ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersEasyMCQ

JEE Main 2014Alcohols Phenols and Ethers Question with Solution

JEE Main 2014 (19 Apr Online)

Question

Which of the following compounds will not be soluble in sodium bicarbonate?

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Correct answer
Co - Nitrophenol

Step-by-step explanation

o-Nitrophenol is insoluble in sodium hydrogen carbonate because it is less acidic than carbonic acid.While, others being more acidic than H2CO3 dissolve in sodium bi carbonate.

 Hence, the given reaction will not be spontaneous. 

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