Chemistry-Properties of Phenols

NEET Chemistry Properties of Phenols MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 12

Consider a reaction diagram where phenol is treated with zinc dust. What is the major product formed in this reaction?

Question diagram
A

Benzene

B

Salicylaldehyde

C

Benzoquinone

D

Phenyl acetate

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

When phenol is heated with zinc dust, it is reduced to benzene. This is a common reaction of phenol that involves the loss of the hydroxyl group and formation of benzene.

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