Multiple choice Phenol is oxidised in the presence of potassium persulphate to give hydroquinone Quinol and catechol Ortho-hydroxyacetophenone and para-hydroxyacetophenone Anisole Ethyl chloride and ethyl acetate Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation This option is correct. Phenol when oxidised in presence of potassium persulphate, it gives quinol and catechol.