Benzyl alcohol has a relative polarity level of 0.608. This
means that benzyl alcohol is polar, although it is not very
high.
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Benzyl acetate
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Benzyl alcohol is polar. Benzyl alcohol is a clear, colorless
liquid with a mild, pleasant aromatic odor. Benzyl alcohol is
prepared by the hydrolysis of benzyl chloride in the presence of
soda ash.