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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers

Question:

An organic compound A having molecular formula C6H6O gives a violet colour with neutral FeCl3 ​ solution. A on treatment with CO2​ and NaOH at 400 K under pressure gives B which on acidification gives a compound C. The compound C reacts with acetyl chloride to give D which is popular pain killer. Deduce the structure of A, B, C and D.

What is the name of the compound A?

Options:

2-hexanol

dimethyl ether

phenol

2-methyl pentanol.

Correct Answer:

phenol

Explanation: