engineering chemistry MCQ #8

The reaction of phenol with bromine water gives

engineering chemistry MCQ #8

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction of phenol with bromine water gives

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

    Answer: 2,4,6-Tribromophenol

    Explanation: Phenol reacts with bromine water to form 2,4,6-tribromophenol due to the directing effect of the hydroxyl group.