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Which compound is predominantly formed when phenol is allowed to react with bromine in aqueous medium ?

A

picric acid

B

o-bromo phenol

C

2,4,6-tribromophenol

D

p-bromo phenol

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The correct Answer is:
C
Hint : In aqueous solution, phenoxide ion is formed in which negative charge is dispersed on ring. As a result of which ring gets Highly activated and gives trisubstituted product.
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