In the given reaction scheme, P is a phenyl alkyl ether, Q is an aromatic compound; R and S are the major products.The correct statement about S is

It primarily inhibits noradrenaline degrading enzymes

It is ortho-acetylbenzoic acid.

Chemistry · Alcohols, Ethers and Phenols

JEE Advanced 2023 — Paper 1 — Question 37

In the given reaction scheme, $\mathbf{P}$ is a phenyl alkyl ether, $\mathbf{Q}$ is an aromatic compound; $\mathbf{R}$ and $\mathbf{S}$ are the major products.The correct statement about $S$ is

Option A:
It primarily inhibits noradrenaline degrading enzymes
Option B:
It inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandin
Correct
Option C:
It is a narcotic drug
Option D:
It is ortho-acetylbenzoic acid.

Answer: B

Step-by-step solution

Aspirin is a non - narcotic analgesics. It inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandin

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Exam: JEE Advanced 2023
Paper: Paper 1
Subject: Chemistry
Chapter: Alcohols, Ethers and Phenols
Topic: Ethers