NEET2019Chemistry-Organic Chemistry
NEET 2019 Chemistry Reaction mechanisms MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
The structure of intermediate A in the following reaction, is ______.
A
B
C
D
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Answer-
Cumene + O₂ → Cumene hydroperoxide
- Cumene undergoes oxidation with O₂ at the benzylic carbon.
- The intermediate formed is a hydroperoxide (–OOH).
- On treatment with H⁺/H₂O, cumene hydroperoxide undergoes cleavage to give phenol + acetone.
👉 Therefore, Intermediate A = Cumene hydroperoxide
✅ Answer: Option A
NEET Trick: Cumene + O₂ → Cumene hydroperoxide → H⁺/H₂O → Phenol + Acetone.
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