Q27 / 90 · JEE Main 2011 · Chemistry

Phenol is heated with a solution of mixture of $\mathrm{KBr}$ and $\mathrm{KBrO}_3$. The major product obtained in the above reaction is

  • A
    3-Bromophenol
  • B
    4-Bromophenol
  • Correct answer
    C
    2, 4, 6- Tribromophenol
  • D
    2-Bromophenol

Solution

In acidic medium, $\mathrm{KBr}+\mathrm{KBrO}_3$ in turn produces $\mathrm{Br}_2$. Phenol reacts with $\mathrm{Br}_2$ (aq) to give 2, 4, 6 trinitrophenol

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

Relevant Questions