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The given reaction is an example of-

ChemistryAlcohols Phenols and EthersNEET
Options:
  • A Reimer-Tiemann reaction
  • B Liebermann's nitroso reaction
  • C Lederer manasse reaction
  • D Dakin reaction
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The correct answer is: Dakin reaction
This problem is based on concept of Dakin's oxidation, which convert o-slicylaldehyde and to ortho hydroxy phenol.
Dakin's oxidation : The conversion of slicylaldehyde to 1, 2-dihydroxy benzene in presence of H2O2 is known as dakin oxidation. This reaction occurs as follow



 

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