Question
Chemistry Question on Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
Which reagent on reacting with phenol gives salicylaldehyde?
A
CO2, NaOH
B
CHCl3, NaOH
C
CCl4, NaOH
D
H2O, H+
Answer
CHCl3, NaOH
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B) : CHCl3, NaOH