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The reaction involved in the oil of winter green test is salicylic acid + missing reagent $\xrightarrow{\Delta, \text{Conc. H}_{2}\text{SO}_{4}}$ product. The missing reagent in the above reaction is

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Oil of winter green = Methyl salicylate.
Updated On: Apr 10, 2026
  • phenol
  • NaOH
  • ethanol
  • methanol
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Chemical Reaction
Methanol reacts with salicylic acid in the presence of concentrated $H_{2}SO_{4}$ (catalyst).
Step 2: Esterification

The reaction is an esterification process that yields methyl salicylate.
Step 3: Result

Methyl salicylate has a characteristic smell known as "oil of winter green."
Final Answer: (d)
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