AP EAMCET201825 Apr 2018Morning ShiftChemistryChemistry in Everyday LifeActual
The correct statements about Z from the following are I It is o - hydroxybenzoic acid. II It is a non-narcotic analgesic. III It acts as an antipyretic. IV It acts as an antihistamine.
Options
- AII and III
- BI and IV
- CII and IV
- DI and II
Correct answer
A. II and III
Step-by-step solution
Initially phenol shows acid-base reaction. Then Kolbe's shows reaction in which it forms ortho salicylic acid and para salicylic acid. Later it reacts with acetic anhydride to form aspirin. Aspirin acts as an antipyretic and non-narcotic analgesic.