Question

If C atom attached to OH is numbered 1, then another OH will get attached in the product at the $C$ atom number (count such that the no. is low)?

• A. 1
• B. 2
• C. 3
• D. 4

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

4

Elbes persulphate oxidation: The reaction is Elbes persulphate oxidation reaction in which phenol reacts with alkaline potassium persulfate to form para-diphenols. If we count the Para- position then another OH will get attached in the product at the C atom number 4.