18 Questions
What is the main reason phenols are slightly acidic in water?
As a result of the resonance stabilization of the phenoxide ion
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of phenols?
They are non-polar and insoluble in water
What is the product of the reaction between a phenol and aqueous sodium hydroxide?
ArONa(aq) + H2O
Which of the following is an example of a monohydric phenol?
C6H5OH
Which of the following is a medical application of phenols?
Antiseptic and disinfectant properties
Which of the following is NOT a type of polyhydric phenol?
Monohydric phenol
What is the primary mechanism of the Williamson synthesis?
Nucleophilic substitution
What is the product of the reaction of phenol with dilute HNO3 and HCl at 50°C?
p-Nitrophenol
What is the primary use of phenolic compounds in medicine?
As keratolytics and antioxidants
What is the product of the oxidation of phenol?
p-Benzoquinone
What is the purpose of the nitration reaction in the synthesis of picric acid?
To introduce a nitro group onto a phenol
What is the significance of the color change in the detection of phenols?
It indicates the presence of a phenol
What is the primary reaction that occurs when phenol reacts with sodium hydroxide?
Formation of salts
What is the product of the reaction between sodium benzene sulfonate and solid NaOH at 300°C?
Sodium phenoxide
What is the reaction type that occurs when phenol reacts with FeCl3?
Complex formation
Which of the following is a type of reaction that occurs with phenol?
Reaction of O-H bond
What is the primary use of coal tar?
Production of phenol
What is the mechanism of the reaction of cumene to produce phenol?
Air oxidation
This quiz covers various reactions and synthesis of phenols, including ether formation, nitrosation, nitration, oxidation, and sulphonation. It explains the reaction mechanisms and conditions required for each process. Test your understanding of these important organic chemistry reactions.
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