Phenols - Organic Chemistry Reactions. Flashcards
Reactions with Reagents, Conditions and Type of Reaction.
1
Q
Phenol to Halophenol.
A
Halogen (X2).
Conditions: ———
Reaction: Electrophilic Substitution (Halogenation).
2
Q
Phenol to Nitrophenol.
(2-directing and 4-directing).
A
Dilute Nitric Acid.
Conditions: ———
Reaction: Electrophilic Substitution (Nitration).
3
Q
Phenol to (Sodium) Phenoxide.
A
Aqueous Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH).
Conditions: ———
Reaction: Neutralisation.