Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12
What is the IUPAC name for the compound commonly known as catechol?
A
Benzene-diol 1,2
B
Benzene-diol 1,3
C
Benzene-diol 1,4
D
Benzene-diol 2,3
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Catechol is the common name for 1,2-benzenediol, which is indicated by its IUPAC name. This is explicitly mentioned in the provided NCERT context.
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