Consider the Following Compound, BHT, Used as an Antioxidant in Foods

question 50

Multiple Choice

Consider the following compound, BHT, used as an antioxidant in foods. Which of the following describes the product of the reaction of this compound with NaOH?

• A) phenoxide
• B) hydroperoxide
• C) hydrocarbon
• D) None of these, BHT will not react with NaOH.

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