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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