engineering chemistry MCQ #79

The reaction of phenol with Br₂/H₂O gives

engineering chemistry MCQ #79

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of phenol with Br₂/H₂O gives

    • A) 2,4,6-Tribromophenol
    • B) 2,4-Dibromophenol
    • C) 4-Bromophenol
    • D) Bromobenzene

    Answer: 2,4,6-Tribromophenol

    Explanation: Phenol undergoes electrophilic aromatic substitution, resulting in 2,4,6-tribromophenol due to the activating effect of -OH.