engineering chemistry MCQ #293

The reaction of phenol with conc. HNO₃ gives?

engineering chemistry MCQ #293

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of phenol with conc. HNO₃ gives?

    • A) 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol
    • B) 2,4-Dinitrophenol
    • C) 4-Nitrophenol
    • D) 2-Nitrophenol

    Answer: 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol

    Explanation: Phenol reacts with conc. HNO₃ to form 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol (picric acid) due to the strong nitrating conditions.