Phthalic anhydride is made by the ______________________?

Correct answer: A. Oxidation of naphthalene

  • A. Oxidation of naphthalene
  • B. Oxidation of benzene
  • C. Dehydrogenation of ethyl benzene
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Phthalic anhydride is classically produced by catalytic oxidation of naphthalene, although modern plants may also use o-xylene. The other listed reactions do not give phthalic anhydride.

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