NEETChemistryAlcohols Phenols and Ethers
Which of the following is a key intermediate in the synthesis of phenol from benzene sulphonic acid?
Options
- ASodium chloride
- BSodium phenyl sulfonate
- CSodium sulphate
- DSodium phenoxide
Correct answer
D. Sodium phenoxide
Step-by-step solution
Sodium phenoxide is a crucial intermediate formed during the conversion of benzene sulphonic acid to phenol.