Is it a stronger acid in water or methanol


Phenol is a common organic compound that may be used as a disinfectant. Its pKa in water is 10.0 while in methanol its pKa = 14.4. Is it a stronger acid in water or methanol? Explain the difference in the pKa for phenol in the different solvents.

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Chemistry: Is it a stronger acid in water or methanol
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