MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #180

A manufacturing plant produces phenol through the cumene process. What is the byproduct of this process?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #180

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A manufacturing plant produces phenol through the cumene process. What is the byproduct of this process?

    • A) Toluene
    • B) Benzene
    • C) Acetone
    • D) Acetic acid

    Answer: Acetone

    Explanation: The cumene process produces acetone as a byproduct. Toluene and benzene are different precursors used in different reactions.