how to convert benzene into phenol
Asked by Shïväm Sáîñī | 8th Nov, 2013, 12:14: AM
Expert Answer:
Benzene is sulphonated with oleum and benzene sulphonic acid formed is converted to sodium phenoxide by heating with molten sodium hydroxide. This on acidification gives phenol.

Answered by | 8th Nov, 2013, 04:49: PM
Related Videos
Kindly Sign up for a personalised experience
- Ask Study Doubts
- Sample Papers
- Past Year Papers
- Textbook Solutions
Sign Up
Verify mobile number
Enter the OTP sent to your number
Change