MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #132

The reaction between phenol (C6H5OH) and acetic anhydride (CH3COOCOCH3) produces a product with a characteristic sweet smell. What is the name of this product?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #132

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The reaction between phenol (C6H5OH) and acetic anhydride (CH3COOCOCH3) produces a product with a characteristic sweet smell. What is the name of this product?

    • A) Phenyl acetate
    • B) Ethanol
    • C) Acetic acid
    • D) Water

    Answer: Phenyl acetate

    Explanation: The reaction between phenol and acetic anhydride forms phenyl acetate, which has a characteristic sweet smell, whereas the other options describe reactants or byproducts.