Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Question 208

Question: What is obtained when chlorine is passed in boiling toluene and product is hydrolysed

[DCE 2004]

Options:

A) o-Cresol

B) p-Cresol

C) 2, 4-Dihydroxytoluene

D) Benzyl alcohol

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

When chlorine is passed in boiling toluene, substitution inside chain takes place and benzyl chloride is obtained which on hydrolysis give benzyl alcohol.