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Which of the following is a chemical formula of a compound that is used as in manufacturing disinfectants as well as plastics?

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CaSO4.2H2O
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CaSO4. 0.5H2O
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C6H5OH
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MgSO4.7H2O
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Solution

The correct option is C C6H5OH
Phenol is an organic compound made up of carbolic acid.
The molecular formula of phenol is C6H5OH.
It is widely used in the manufacturing of disinfectants and plastic appliances like switches and telephone.

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