Aryl Halides and Phenols - Result Question 34

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38. Amongst the three isomers of nitrophenol, the one that is least soluble in water is _______.

$(1992,1 M)$

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 38. (Ortho-nitrophenol)

Solution:

Ortho-nitrophenol : Due to intramolecular $H$-bonding.

Intramolecular $H$-bonding in ortho-nitrophenol