Reaction of phenol with sodium hydroxide solution

AIM:
To determine the reaction of phenol with sodium hydroxide solution.
REQUIREMENTS:

• Phenol
• Sodium hydroxide solution

APPARATUS:

• Dropper
• Test tube

PROCEDURE:

• To 2 drops of phenol taken in a test tube, a few drops of sodium hydroxide solution are added & shaken well.

OBSERVATION:

• Phenol dissolved.

CHEMISTRY OF THE REACTION:

• This is due to the formation of sodium phenoxide.

Ignition Test For Naphthalene

AIM:
To determine the ignition test for naphthalene.
REQUIREMENTS:

• Naphthalene

APPARATUS:

• Nickel spatula
• Bunsen burner

PROCEDURE:

• A little of the substance is ignited on a nickel spatula.

OBSERVATION:

• Burnt with a highly sooty flame.

CHEMISTRY OF THE REACTION:

• Naphthalene is aromatic.

Ignition Test For Toluene

AIM:

To determine the ignition test for toluene.
REQUIREMENTS:

• Toluene

APPARATUS:

• Nickel Spatula
• Bunsen burner

PROCEDURE:

• A little of the substance is burnt on a nickel spatula.

OBSERVATION:

• Burnt with a highly luminous flame.

CHEMISTRY OF THE REACTION:

• Toluene is aromatic.