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Chapter 24: Phenols |
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Acidic Oxidation of Cumene
Reaction type : Oxidation
Summary
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This industrial method is the primary source of phenol.
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Oxidation at the benzylic position
gives the hydroperoxide which cleaves to give phenol and acetone.
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Cheap reagents and important products make the process attractive.
Question:
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Can you remember how to make isopropyl benzene ?
