Cumene can be synthesized by treating _____ with prop-1-ene in the presence of phosphoric acid as a catalyst.
A) toluene
B) benzene
C) phenol
D) cresol

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Cumene is synthesized by the alkylation of benzene with prop-1-ene (also known as propylene) in the presence of an acid catalyst such as phosphoric acid. This process adds a propyl group to a benzene ring, forming cumene.

Cumene Can Be Synthesized by Treating _____ with Prop-1-Ene in the Presence