STANDARDChemistry-Aromatic Compounds
STANDARD Chemistry Electrophilic Substitution Reactions MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
Which of the following compounds will give tribromo derivative on treatment with bromine water?
A
phenol
B
aniline
C
m-cresol
D
o-cresol
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
Only m-cresol has two ortho and one para-positions free with respect to –OH group, hence it can form tribromo-derivative.
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