NEET 2026 (Phase 1) · ChemistryPrevious Year Question

The functional group that can be identified through the phthalein dye test is:

Answer: (B) (B) Phenolic. \textbf{Answer:} (B) Phenolic \textbf{Solution:} In the phthalein dye test, a phenol is heated with phthalic anhydride in the presence of concentrated to give phenolphthalein.

  1. A.(A) Aldehyde
  2. B.(B) Phenolic✓
  3. C.(C) Carboxylic acid
  4. D.(D) Alcohol

Correct Answer

(B) (B) Phenolic

Solution & Explanation

\textbf{Answer:} (B) Phenolic \textbf{Solution:} In the phthalein dye test, a phenol is heated with phthalic anhydride in the presence of concentrated to give phenolphthalein. The product turns pink/red on addition of (alkali), confirming the presence of a phenolic () group. Aldehydes, carboxylic acids and alcohols do not respond to this test.

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