ExamBro
ExamBro
AP EAMCET · Chemistry · General Organic Chemistry

For a compound with empirical formula \(\mathrm{C}_7 \mathrm{H}_8 \mathrm{O}\), how many aromatic structures are possible?

  1. A 9
  2. B 5
  3. C 7
  4. D 4
Verified Solution

Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(B) 5

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

For the compound having formula \(\mathrm{C}_7 \mathrm{H}_8 \mathrm{O}\) there are 5 aromatic isomers. (1) Benzyl alcohol (2) o-methyl phenol (3) \(m\)-methyl phenol (4) \(p\)-methyl phenol (5) Anisole Hence, the correct option is (b).