When phenol is distilled with Zn-dust, it gives:

benzaldehyde

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benzoid acid

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toluene

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benzene

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Solution

The correct option is D benzene
Preparation of Aromatic Hydrocarbons:
Reduction of Phenol :
Phenol is reduced to benzene by passing its vapours over heated Zn dust.

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