Which is known as carbolic acid?

Q. Which is known as carbolic acid?
Answer: Phenol
Notes: Phenol is also known as carbolic acid. It is an aromatic organic compound with the molecular formula C6H5OH. Phenol and its chemical derivatives are essential for production of polycarbonates, epoxies, Bakelite, nylon, detergents, herbicides such as phenoxy herbicides, and numerous pharmaceutical drugs.

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