Multiple choice

Phenol is oxidised in the presence of potassium persulphate to give

  1. hydroquinone

  2. Quinol and catechol

  3. Ortho-hydroxyacetophenone and para-hydroxyacetophenone

  4. Anisole

  5. Ethyl chloride and ethyl acetate

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B Correct answer
Explanation

This option is correct. Phenol when oxidised in presence of potassium persulphate, it gives quinol and catechol.