What is the product of the reaction between phenol and excess bromine water?
- 2-bromophenol
- 4-bromophenol
- 2,4,6-tribromophenol
- Bromobenzene
📝 Detailed explanation
The hydroxyl group is a strong activator and ortho/para director.Reaction with excess bromine results in a white precipitate of 2,4,6-tribromophenol.