NEST2011ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and Ethers
Consider the following compounds and choose the correct statement(s).
Options
- AOptically active I reacts with HCl / ZnCl ₂ to form a racemate of the corresponding alkyl chloride.
- BII on warming with water gives 2,4,6-trinitrophenol.
- CIII on reaction with sodium metal forms a sodium salt.
- DIV on treatment with conc. KOH gives a mixture of potassium salt of a carboxylic acid and an alcohol.
Correct answer
C. III on reaction with sodium metal forms a sodium salt.
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