The reaction of phenol with concentrated $HNO_3$ is given by:
Phenol $\xrightarrow{Conc. HNO_3}$ Product
What is the major product?

  • A
    $o-$nitrophenol
  • B
    $p-$nitrophenol
  • C
    $m-$nitrophenol
  • D
    Picric acid

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