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Write two important methods of formation of benzene.
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Answer
(i) By reaction of sodium benzoate and sodalime
(ii) By reduction of phenol : When phenol vapours are passed on Zn powder, it reduces to benzene.
(ii) By reduction of phenol : When phenol vapours are passed on Zn powder, it reduces to benzene.
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