Assertion : `C_(2)H_(5)OH` is a weaker acid than phenol but is a stronger nucleophile than phenol.
Reason : In phenol, lone pair of electrons on oxygen is directed towards the ring due to resonance.

Assertion: C_(2)H_(5)OH is a weaker base than phenol but is a stronger nucleophile than phenol. (1) Reason: In phenol the lone pair of electrons on oxygen is withdrawn towards the ring due to resonance.

Assertion: C_(2)H_(5)OH is a weaker base than phenol but is a stronger nucleophile than phenol. (1) Reason: In phenol the lone pair of electrons on oxygen is withdrawn towards the ring due to resonance.

p-nitro phenol is stronger acid than phenol. Explain.

Benzoic acid is a stronger acid than phenol.

Why acetic-acid is a stronger acid than phenol ?

p-Chlorophenol is stronger acid than phenol because