Phenol, also known as benzol and hydroxybenzene, is an aromatic alcohol with the chemical formula C6H5OH. It is a solid and essentially colorless with a sweet, pungent odor. Phenol is used as a vital precursor in the synthesis of polymers, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals, particularly in the production of phenolic resins.
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