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Published on: August 13, 2026
The structure of the compound that gives a tribromo derivative on treatment with bromine water is
A
B
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Since the compound on treatment with Br 2 /water gives a tribromoderivative, therefore it must be m-cresol, because it has two ortho and one para position free with respect to –OH group.
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