engineering chemistry MCQ #172

The reaction of phenol with acetic anhydride gives

engineering chemistry MCQ #172

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of phenol with acetic anhydride gives

    • A) Phenyl acetate
    • B) Acetophenone
    • C) Benzene
    • D) Salicylic acid

    Answer: Phenyl acetate

    Explanation: Phenol reacts with acetic anhydride to form phenyl acetate, an ester.