Aryl Halides And Phenols Result Question 12

12. The products formed in the reaction of cumene with $\mathrm{O} _2$ followed by treatment with dil. $\mathrm{HCl}$ are

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(2019 Main, 9 Jan II)

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 12. ( b )

Solution:

The given process is cumene process (Hock process) to synthesise phenol and acetone industrially.

In Hock $p$ rocess, $\mathrm{Ph} -$ group migrate and release $\mathrm{H} _2 \mathrm{O}$.

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