Which of the following statement is correct for the stability of ions of ethyl alcohol and phenol:

1. Delocalization of π-electrons in phenoxide ion

2. Delocalization of electrons in ethoxide ion

3. Inductive effect of ethyl and phenyl group

4. Localization of σ-electrons in phenoxide ion

Subtopic:  Mechanism of Dehydration, Methanol & Ethanol |
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