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Schotten-Baumann reaction is a reaction of phenols with

1. Benzoyl chloride and sodium hydroxide
2. Acetyl chloride and sodium hydroxide
3. Salicylic acid and conc. H2SO4
4. Acetyl chloride and conc. H2SO4

Correct answer: Benzoyl chloride and sodium hydroxide

Solution

The Schotten-Baumann reaction involves the reaction of phenols or amines with benzoyl chloride in the presence of sodium hydroxide to form benzoyl derivatives.

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