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.