What is observed when aqueous bromine is added to phenol solution at room temperature?
Correct answer A. The bromine is decolourised and a white precipitate forms
Explanation
The OH group strongly activates the ring, so phenol reacts with bromine water without a catalyst. Bromine is decolourised and a white precipitate of 2,4,6-tribromophenol forms.
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