JAMB Chemistry 2017 Objective — Question 1

Question 1 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

An organic compound commonly used as a disinfectant is

A. A. toluene
B. B. glycol
C. C. styrene
D. D. phenolCorrect

Explanation

Phenol is commonly used as a disinfectant; toluene is used for making explosives and styrene for making rubber.

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