Question:

Consider the following organic reaction sequence. Choose the final product (X) from the following (consider the major product in all intermediate reactions).

Updated On: Apr 12, 2026
  • Benzene
  • Phenol
  • Propanol
  • Chlorobenzene
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The Correct Option is B

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Concept: The sequence involves formation of an amine, Hofmann rearrangement, diazotization and azo coupling. Step 1: {Alcohol with \(NH_3\)} Alcohol converts to the corresponding amine. \[ R-OH \rightarrow R-NH_2 \] Step 2: {Reaction with \(Br_2/NaOH\)} This is Hofmann bromamide degradation. \[ RCONH_2 \rightarrow RNH_2 \] It produces a primary amine with one carbon less. Step 3: {Reaction with \(HNO_2\)} Primary aromatic amines form diazonium salts: \[ ArNH_2 \rightarrow ArN_2^+Cl^- \] Step 4: {Hydrolysis of diazonium salt} Diazonium salts on hydrolysis give phenol. \[ ArN_2^+Cl^- \rightarrow ArOH \] Thus final product: \[ \text{Phenol} \]
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