Practice Reaction Of Phenol With Zinc Dust (7.4.4.3.4)

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Question 1.
What compound is formed when phenol reacts with zinc dust?
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Recall the product of the reaction involving a hydroxyl group being removed.
Question 2.
What role does zinc dust play in the reaction with phenol?
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Think about the process of electron transfer.
3Question 3.
What is the primary product of the reaction between phenol and zinc dust?
- Benzene
- Phenol
- Water
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Think about the reduced form of phenol.
4Question 4.
Is zinc dust a reducing agent in the reaction with phenol?
- True
- False
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Recall the function of reducing agents in chemistry.
Question 5.
Design an experiment to quantify how effectively zinc dust reduces phenol to benzene. Include observations and necessary controls.
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Consider variables such as heat and amount of zinc used.
Question 6.
Research and present real-life applications where the reaction of phenol with zinc dust to produce benzene is essential.
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Explore the industrial side of organic synthesis.

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