Question

Toluene is allowed to react with Cl2 (excess) in the presence of light and heat.
The product is heated with aqueous NaOH and then acidified. The final product
formed is :
a) 4-methylphenol
b) 2-methylphenol
c) benzyl alcohol
d) benzoic acid

Answer 1

Explanation:

NaOH+cl2→Nacl+H2O

sodium hydroxide+chloride→salt+water