Summary Organic Chemistry III Reactions (Benzene, Phenol)

This document addresses specifically the Benzene and Phenol reactions/mechanisms. For Benzene, it provides outlines for each type of reaction and in turn, not only an identification of the corresponding mechanism but also a step-by-step guide to all mechanisms: Mechanism 1: Nitration Mechanism 2: Bromination Mechanism 3: Alkylations of Benzene (Friedel-Crafts reaction) Mechanism 4: Acylation of Benzene (Friedel-Crafts reaction) * Notes about the catalyst, electrophile, reagents, and conditions are included for each mechanism. The Phenol section outlines the mechanisms for four key reactions: Bromination, reaction with aqueous sodium hydroxide, reaction with acid chlorides, and Nitration, including brief notes on conditions, catalysts, observations, and reactions where relevant.