engineering chemistry MCQ #107

The major product of the reaction of phenol with Br2 in CS2 is

engineering chemistry MCQ #107

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The major product of the reaction of phenol with Br2 in CS2 is

    • A) 2-bromophenol
    • B) 4-bromophenol
    • C) 2,4-dibromophenol
    • D) 2,4,6-tribromophenol

    Answer: 2-bromophenol

    Explanation: In CS2, the reaction is controlled, and 2-bromophenol is the major product due to steric reasons.