MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #164

During the oxidation of phenol to benzoquinone, where do the electrons from the phenolic oxygen atom get transferred?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #164

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the oxidation of phenol to benzoquinone, where do the electrons from the phenolic oxygen atom get transferred?

    • A) To the carbonyl carbon atom
    • B) To the adjacent carbon atom
    • C) To the sulfur atom of the catalyst
    • D) To the oxygen atom of the oxidizing agent

    Answer: To the adjacent carbon atom

    Explanation: Electrons are transferred to the adjacent carbon atom, not to the carbonyl carbon atom, which is not present in this reaction.