JEE Main 2021 — Alcohols Phenols and Ethers Question with Solution
JEE Main 2021 (26 Aug Shift 2)
Question
Which one of the following phenols does not give colour when condensed with phthalic anhydride in presence of conc. ?
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Correct answer
D
Step-by-step explanation
Phenol and its derivatives react at para position with phthalic anhydride. In -cresol para position is blocked. So reaction not possible.
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