Which one of the following is termed as benzul alcohol ?
Correct answer: C. C6H5CH2OH
- A. C6H5OH
- B. C6H5CH(OH)2
- C. C6H5CH2OH
- D. C6H5COOH
Explanation
Benzyl alcohol is formed when the hydroxyl group is attached to the carbon next to a benzene ring, giving C6H5CH2OH. C6H5OH is phenol, so students commonly choose option a by confusing any aromatic hydroxyl compound with benzyl alcohol.
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