Phenol Reaction Quiz

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What is the product formed when phenol is treated with chloroform and NaOH followed by dilute HCl?

  • Phenyl acetate
  • Phenyl benzoate
  • Benzyl alcohol
  • 2-hydroxybenzaldehyde (correct)

What reagent is used to convert the intermediate formed from phenol, chloroform, and NaOH into 2-hydroxybenzaldehyde?

  • Dilute HCl (correct)
  • Sodium bicarbonate
  • Concentrated H2SO4
  • Hydrogen peroxide

What is the role of chloroform in the reaction with phenol and NaOH?

  • Provides the trichloromethyl anion as an electrophile (correct)
  • Forms a protective layer around phenol
  • Acts as a catalyst
  • Provides chloride ions for substitution reaction

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