Question

What is Distinguish Tests for Phenol and Carboxylic Acids?

Answer

Phenols can be distinguished from carboxylic acids through ferric chloride, FeCl₃ test. Phenol + FeCl₃ → Violet colouration Carboxylic acid + FeCl₃ → buff coloured ppt due to the formation of (RCOO)₃ Fe

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