naphthol, either of two colourless, crystalline organic compounds derived from naphthalene and belonging to the phenol family; each has the molecular formula C10H7OH. What does naphthol mean? 1 : either of two isomeric derivatives C10H8O of naphthalene used as antiseptics and in the manufacture of dyes. 2 : any ofRead More →

NaOH is a strong inorganic base and both benzoic acid (a carboxylic acid) and 2-naphthol (a weak acid) are ionized to a salt in the presence of NaOH. Reference: G. Is naphthol polar? Since it comprises a hydroxyl group, naphthol is a strongly polar molecule, with the oxygen atom attractingRead More →