MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #190

A chemist wants to synthesize a compound with a hydroxyl group from benzene. Which reaction would they use?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #190

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A chemist wants to synthesize a compound with a hydroxyl group from benzene. Which reaction would they use?

    • A) Alkylation of benzene
    • B) Acetylation of benzene
    • C) Amination of benzene
    • D) Phenol synthesis from cyclohexanol

    Answer: Acetylation of benzene

    Explanation: Acetylation of benzene adds a hydroxyl group. Options A, C, and D do not accurately describe the synthesis.