In the reaction of phenol with CHCl₃ and aq.KOH the electrophile attacking

In The Reaction Of Phenol With Chcl And Aqkoh The Chemistry QuestionIn The Reaction Of Phenol With Chcl And Aqkoh The Chemistry Question

In the reaction of phenol with CHCl₃ and aq.KOH the electrophile attacking the ring is

Options

(a) CHCl₃
(b) CHCl₂
(c) :CCl₂
(d) COCl₂

Correct Answer:

:CCl₂

Explanation:

The electrophile is dichloromethylene :CCl₂ generated from chloroform by the action of a base. OH⁻ + CHCl₃ ⇌ HOH + :CCl₃ → Cl⁻ + :CCl₂(Dichlorocarbene).

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