Question

In the following reaction: Phenol + acetone xrightarrowH⁺ X The product [X] is: 





 

• A. Option a
• B. Option b
• C. Option c
• D. Option d

Hint:

Bisphenol A is formed by: 2Phenol + Acetone xrightarrowH⁺ Bisphenol A It is widely used in polymer manufacture.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Phenol reacts with acetone in acidic medium to form bisphenol A.
Step 2: The reaction involves electrophilic substitution followed by condensation.
Step 3: The product contains two phenyl rings linked through a tertiary carbon bearing two methyl groups and one hydroxyl group.