AIPMT MAINS2009Chemistry-Organic Chemistry

AIPMT MAINS 2009 Chemistry Reactions of Benzene MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Consider the following reaction: Phenol → Zn dust → CH₃Cl/Anhydrous AlCl₃ → Alkaline KMnO₄ → Z, the product Z is:

A

Benzaldehyde

B

Benzoic acid

C

Benzene

D

Toluene

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The reaction sequence involves the conversion of phenol to benzene, followed by Friedel-Crafts alkylation to form toluene, which is then oxidized by alkaline KMnO₄ to form benzoic acid.

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