Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 12
Consider a reaction where phenol is treated with bromine water. Which structure represents the major product formed?
A
2,4,6-tribromophenol
B
para-bromophenol
C
ortho-bromophenol
D
meta-bromophenol
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
When phenol is treated with bromine water, 2,4,6-tribromophenol is formed as a white precipitate due to the activating effect of the –OH group in phenol.
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