I: The product of the reaction of phenol with bromine depends on the nature of the solvent.
II: The reaction of phenol with bromine in CHCl3 gives a monosubstituted bromo derivative whereas the reaction of phenol with bromine water yields a trisubstituted bromo derivative of phenol.

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

1. I is correct and II is incorrect
2. I is incorrect and II is correct
3. Both I and II are correct
4. Both I and II are incorrect
Subtopic:  Electrophilic Substitution Reactions, Uses of Phenols |
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