Phenol on reaction with dilute nitric acid, gives two products. Which method will be most efficient for large scale separation?
Phenol on reaction with dilute nitric acid, gives two products. Which method will be most efficient for large scale separation?
Option 1 -
Chromatographic separation
Option 2 -
Fractional Crystallisation
Option 3 -
steam distillation
Option 4 -
Sublimation
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1 Answer
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Correct Option - 4
Detailed Solution:Ortho product has intramolecular H- bonding & para product has intermolecular H- bonding. Thus it can be separated by steam distillation due to difference in B.
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