Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Question 277

Question: Among the following, the compound that undergoes nitration readily is

[NCERT 1984]

Options:

A) Benzoic acid

B) Toluene

C) Phenol

D) Nitrobenzene

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Presence of methyl group increases electron density at o- and p- positions. Hence, it undergoes nitration readily.



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