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Compare the relative acidities of ethanol, phenol, ethanoic acid, and chloroethanoic acid. Explain the factors responsible for the differences in acidity.
CAIE A Level Chemistry 9701 · Carboxylic acids and derivatives
Carboxylic acids and derivatives: compare question
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