MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #27

During the commercial preparation of phenol via Dow's process, what are the specific temperature and pressure conditions required for the reaction?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #27

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the commercial preparation of phenol via Dow's process, what are the specific temperature and pressure conditions required for the reaction?

    • A) 200 Celsius and 100 atm
    • B) 450 Celsius and 200 atm
    • C) 360 Celsius and 150 atm
    • D) 100 Celsius and 1 atm

    Answer: 360 Celsius and 150 atm

    Explanation: In Dow's process, chlorobenzene reacts with 10% NaOH at 360 Celsius and 150 atmospheres to produce sodium phenoxide.