Question

Y in the above reaction is

• A. Salicylaldehyde
• B. Aspirin
• C. Cumene
• D. Picric acid

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The reaction shown in the image involves the following steps:

Step 1: The compound with a hydroxyl group attached to a benzene ring (phenol) reacts with NaOH and CO₂, leading to the formation of salicylate (compound A).

Step 2: The reaction of salicylate with acetylation (in the presence of (CH₃CO)₂O) results in the formation of aspirin (compound Y).

Conclusion:

The major product Y in the reaction is aspirin.

Thus, the correct answer is Option D: Aspirin.