Question
Chemistry Question on Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
The difference in the reaction of phenol with bromine in chloroform and bromine in water medium is due to:
A
Hyperconjugation in substrate
B
Polarity of solvent
C
Free radical formation
D
Electromeric effect of substrate
Answer
Polarity of solvent
Explanation
Solution
Phenol gives different products with bromine in chloroform and water medium due to the polarity difference between chloroform and water acting as a solvent.
So, the correct option is (B): Polarity of solvent.