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Which by-product is obtained in the manufacture of phenol from cumene ?
Which by-product is obtained in the manufacture of phenol from cumene ?
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The cumene process is widely used for large-scale production of phenol and acetone.
Updated On: Feb 24, 2026
- Acetaldehyde
- Acetone
- Anisole
- o-Cresol
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
Acetone is a byproduct of the cumene process for phenol production. In this process, cumene (isopropylbenzene) is oxidized to yield phenol and acetone. The oxidation results in a 1:1 ratio of phenol to acetone.
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