Although phenoxide ion has more number of resonating structures than carboxylate ion, carboxylic acid is a stronger acid than phenol. Why?
Although phenoxide ion has more number of resonating structures than carboxylate ion, carboxylic acid is a stronger acid than phenol. Why?
Resonating structures of phenoxide are-
In structure I and V negative charge is on E.N. Oxygen, in other cases, it is on Less E.N Carbon hence they contribute less towards stability. And the negative charge is localized.
Resonating structures of carboxylic acid-
Both the structures have –ve charge on o
Upvote 
Similar Questions for you
CH3—CH2—CHO does not undergo Cannizzaro reaction because it has α-hydrogen.
Acetaldehyde (CH3CHO) gives positive lodoform test and positive Fehling's solution test
CH3—CH2—CHO does not undergo Cannizzaro reaction because it has α-hydrogen.
Taking an Exam? Selecting a College?
Get authentic answers from experts, students and alumni that you won't find anywhere else.
On Shiksha, get access to
Learn more about...
Chemistry Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids 2021
View Exam DetailsMost viewed information
SummaryDidn't find the answer you were looking for?
Search from Shiksha's 1 lakh+ Topics
Ask Current Students, Alumni & our Experts
Have a question related to your career & education?
See what others like you are asking & answering