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Which of the following statements about phenol is correct?

A

It is insoluble in water

B

It has lower melting point compared to aromatic hydrocarbons of comparable molecular weight

C

It has higher boiling point than toluene

D

It does not show acidic property

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The correct Answer is:
C
Phenol has higher boiling point than toluene because of hydrogen bonding.
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