engineering chemistry MCQ #49

The reaction of phenol with conc. HNO3 is an example of

engineering chemistry MCQ #49

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of phenol with conc. HNO3 is an example of

    • A) Electrophilic substitution
    • B) Nucleophilic substitution
    • C) Elimination reaction
    • D) Addition reaction

    Answer: Electrophilic substitution

    Explanation: Nitration of phenol with conc. HNO3 is an electrophilic substitution reaction.