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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