engineering chemistry MCQ #238

The reaction of phenol with Na₂Cr₂O₇ / H₂SO₄ results in

engineering chemistry MCQ #238

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of phenol with Na₂Cr₂O₇ / H₂SO₄ results in

    • A) Benzoquinone
    • B) Benzene
    • C) Phenol remains unchanged
    • D) Salicylic acid

    Answer: Benzoquinone

    Explanation: Phenol is oxidized to benzoquinone by Na₂Cr₂O₇ / H₂SO₄.