engineering chemistry MCQ #144

The major product of the reaction between phenol and bromine water is?

engineering chemistry MCQ #144

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The major product of the reaction between phenol and bromine water is?

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

    Answer: 2,4,6-tribromophenol

    Explanation: Phenol reacts with bromine water to form 2,4,6-tribromophenol due to the directing effect of the hydroxyl group.