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Phenol with dilute HNO\(_3\) gives

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When phenol reacts with dilute nitric acid, ortho and para products are usually formed due to the electron-donating nature of the hydroxyl group.
Updated On: Apr 25, 2025
  • Meta and para nitrophenol
  • Ortho and para nitrophenol
  • Ortho and meta nitrophenol
  • Tri nitrophenol
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

When phenol reacts with dilute nitric acid (HNO\(_3\)), it undergoes nitration and forms ortho and para nitrophenol as products.
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