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CHM 102 Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions Objective Question
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Question

What is the product of the reaction between benzoyl chloride and water?
Options
A Benzaldehyde
B Benzoic acid
Correct Answer
C Benzyl alcohol
D Phenol
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

C6H5COCl + H2O → C6H5COOH + HCl. Acid chlorides hydrolyze to carboxylic acids.

Hint

Hydrolysis of acid chloride.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Carboxylic Acid Derivatives: Nomenclature, Synthesis, and Reactions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 328 of 1999
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