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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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Cresols on distillation with zinc dust gives
Options
A o-Xylene
B Benzene
C o- plus p-Xylene
D Toluene
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Cresols (methylphenols) on distillation with zinc dust undergo reduction to give toluene (methylbenzene). The OH group is replaced by H.

Hint

What is the product when cresol is distilled with zinc dust?

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