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Which of the following reagents will convert p-methylbenzenediazonium chloride into p-cresol?

  1. Cu powder
  2. H2O
  3. H3PO2
  4. C6H5OH

Correct answer: H2O

Solution

When p-methylbenzenediazonium chloride reacts with water (H2O), it undergoes hydrolysis to form p-cresol. This is a standard reaction of diazonium salts.

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