The disinfectant phenol, C6H5OH, has a pKa of 10.0 in water, but 14.4 in methanol. (a)

Chapter 18, Problem 18.148

(choose chapter or problem)

The disinfectant phenol, C6H5OH, has a pKa of 10.0 in water, but 14.4 in methanol. (a) Why are the values different? (b) Is methanol a stronger or weaker base than water? (c) Write the dissociation reaction of phenol in methanol. (d) Write an expression for the autoionization constant of methanol.

Unfortunately, we don't have that question answered yet. But you can get it answered in just 5 hours by Logging in or Becoming a subscriber.

Becoming a subscriber
Or look for another answer

×

Login

Login or Sign up for access to all of our study tools and educational content!

Forgot password?
Register Now

×

Register

Sign up for access to all content on our site!

Or login if you already have an account

×

Reset password

If you have an active account we’ll send you an e-mail for password recovery

Or login if you have your password back