MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #28

A dilute aqueous solution of phenol is treated with bromine water in a test tube. What visual change confirms the reaction?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #28

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A dilute aqueous solution of phenol is treated with bromine water in a test tube. What visual change confirms the reaction?

    • A) Reddish-brown liquid
    • B) White precipitate
    • C) Blue solution
    • D) Yellow gas evolution

    Answer: White precipitate

    Explanation: Phenol reacts with bromine water to form 2,4,6-tribromophenol, a white precipitate; 2-bromophenol is only formed in non-polar solvents.