Naming Benzene Compounds: OH and H Attached to Same Carbon Atom

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The discussion revolves around naming a benzene compound with both a hydroxyl (OH) group and a hydrogen (H) attached to the same carbon atom. The contributor initially considers whether this configuration could represent an acid group but questions the absence of a carbon atom typically required for benzoic acid. There is confusion about the correct structure and naming conventions for this compound. The contributor expresses uncertainty about their understanding of benzene derivatives. Clarification on the naming conventions for such compounds is needed.
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There's a benzene ring with both OH and H attatched to the same carbon atom on the benzene ring and I was wondering what this molecule would be called.




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I thought it might be an acid group attached to the benzene ring but wouldn't there be a C attatched to the benzene ring as well to make benzoic acid?
 
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Sorry this is all rubbish! I didn't even have a benzene ring but I'm able to name what I did have!
 
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