When phenol is treated with and NaOH followed by acidifica…

Chemistry Alcohol, Phenol and Ether All Topic Question for Revision Test Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 14, 2026

When phenol is treated with and NaOH followed by acidification, salicylaldehyde is

obtained. Which of the following species is involved in the above mentioned reaction as intermediates?

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The given reaction is known as Riemer-Tiemann reaction which takes place as follows

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