When aquious bromine is added to aqueous phenol a creamy white ppt is obtained. What does this reaction show ?

A. phenol is unsaturated
B. 2-bromophenol is insoluble in water
C. a hydroxy group makes the benzene ring more susceptible to electrophilic attack
D. acid-base reaction

Correct Answer: a hydroxy group makes the benzene ring more susceptible to electrophilic attack ✔

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