key term - Phenol

Definition

Phenol is an organic compound consisting of a benzene ring bonded to a hydroxyl group (-OH). It is both aromatic and alcohol, making it distinct in properties and reactivity.

Related terms

Benzene:

A simple aromatic hydrocarbon with a molecular formula C6H6, known for its highly stable ring structure.

Hydroxyl Group:

A functional group consisting of an oxygen atom bonded to a hydrogen atom (-OH), characteristic of alcohols.

Acid:

Base Reaction - A chemical reaction that involves the transfer of a proton (H+) from an acid to a base; phenol can act as an acid when it donates a hydrogen ion from its hydroxyl group