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What is the role of NaOH in the synthesis of phenol from chlorobenzene?

Options

  1. ATo act as a catalyst.
  2. BTo neutralise the acidic byproducts.
  3. CTo convert chlorobenzene into phenol directly.
  4. DTo facilitate the separation of phenol.

Correct answer

C. To convert chlorobenzene into phenol directly.

Step-by-step solution

Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) reacts with chlorobenzene to form sodium phenoxide, which can be acidified to yield phenol.

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