Identify compound X in the following aqueous of reaction:
A
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B
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C
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D
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Solution
The correct option is A Halogenation of toluene gives benzyl chloride which upon hydrolysis forms secondary alcohol. Then it underogoes dehydration to form benzaldehyde.