Which compound is formed when phenol reacts with NaOH?
Phenol (C₆H₅OH) reacts with NaOH to form sodium phenoxide (C₆H₅ONa), demonstrating its acidic nature.
Ref: NCERT Class 12 Chemistry > Chapter 7: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers > Topic: Chemical Reactions of Alcohols - Dehydration Oxidation Esterification