engineering chemistry MCQ #849

What is the product of the reaction of benzyl chloride with aqueous NaOH?

engineering chemistry MCQ #849

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the product of the reaction of benzyl chloride with aqueous NaOH?

    • A) benzyl alcohol
    • B) benzaldehyde
    • C) benzoic acid
    • D) benzene

    Answer: benzyl alcohol

    Explanation: Benzyl chloride undergoes SN1 or SN2 reaction with aqueous NaOH to form benzyl alcohol.