Question

Can phenol dissolve in water?

Answer 1

Phenol:

1. Phenol is an organic compound in which a hydroxyl group $\left(\mathrm{OH}\right)$ is bonded to benzene with the chemical formula ${\mathrm{C}}_6{\mathrm{H}}_6\mathrm{O}$.
2. Due to the presence of the hydroxyl group, these compounds are capable of forming hydrogen bonding with water.
3. Hence, they dissolve in water.