Question

A compound $X$ was treated with $Zn$ dust with simultaneous heating.This resulted in the formation of an aromatic compound$\left(X\right)$ and a white powder$\left(A\right)$.A was found to be insoluble in water.Identify correct combination of $X$ and $A$ respectively.

• A. Toluene and $CaO$
• B. Chlorobenzene and $ZnO$
• C. Phenol and $CaO$
• D. Phenol and $ZnO$

Answer 1

The correct option is D Phenol and $ZnO$

Zinc oxide$\left(ZnO\right)$ is a white powder.So,here $X$ is phenol and $A$ is $ZnO$