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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