Phenol Summary

Everything you need to understand or teach Phenol.

  • 4 Encyclopedia Articles

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Encyclopedia Articles (4)

250 words, approx. 1 pages
Phenol Phenols are organic compounds containing a six-carbon aromatic ring structure in which a hydroxyl group (-OH) is attached to one of the carbons in the ring. The term is also as the name of the ... Read more
462 words, approx. 2 pages
Phenol Functional Group The phenol functional group is an -OH attached to a benzene ring. There may be one or more hydroxyl molecules attached to the ring structure. The phenol functional group is aci... Read more
346 words, approx. 2 pages
Phenol Serious open wounds are nearly always invaded by germs unless the wound is treated with an antiseptic. Until the 1860s, doctors had no way to prevent open wounds from becoming infected, and a l... Read more
1,102 words, approx. 4 pages
Phenol Overview Phenol (FEE-nol) is a white, crystalline solid with a characteristic odor and a sharp, burning taste. It tends to turn pink or pale red when exposed to light if not perfectly pure. Phe... Read more