NEETChemistryAlcohols Phenols and Ethers
What is the product of the halogenation of phenol when the reaction is carried out in solvents of low polarity and at low temperature?
Options
- A2,4,6-tribromophenol
- B2,4-dibromophenol
- CMono Bromophenols
- D2,6-dibromophenol
Correct answer
C. Mono Bromophenols
Step-by-step solution
In low-polarity solvents and low temperature, monobromo phenols are formed when phenol is halogenated.