7.4.2.4 - From cumene
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What is cumene?
💡 Hint: Think about the structure related to benzene.
Explain the role of cumene hydroperoxide in phenol production.
💡 Hint: What happens to cumene when it is oxidized?
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What is the first step in phenol production from cumene?
💡 Hint: Think about the process sequence.
True or False: Acetone is a by-product of the cumene process.
💡 Hint: Recall the completion of the reaction.
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Describe the chemical reactions involved in the transformation of cumene to phenol and acetone, including all reagents used.
💡 Hint: Remember both the oxidation step and the acid treatment.
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