Practice question
Question
Which compound is formed when phenol reacts with dilute HNO₃?
Explanation
Phenol reacts with dilute HNO₃ to form a mixture of 2-nitrophenol and 4-nitrophenol, with 2-nitrophenol being a significant product due to ortho-para directing effect of -OH.
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