engineering chemistry MCQ #42

The reaction of phenol with dilute HNO3 gives

engineering chemistry MCQ #42

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of phenol with dilute HNO3 gives

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

    Answer: 2-Nitrophenol and 4-nitrophenol

    Explanation: Phenol reacts with dilute HNO3 to form 2-nitrophenol and 4-nitrophenol due to the directing effect of the hydroxyl group.