NEETChemistry-Organic Chemistry

NEET Chemistry Oxidation Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Consider the following reaction, Phenol → Z. The product Z is

Question diagram
A

benzaldehyde

B

benzoic acid

C

benzene

D

toluene

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The reaction involves oxidation of phenol to benzoic acid using alkaline KMnO₄.

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