Hydrocarbons Question 218

Question: In presence of light toluene on reaction with chlorine gives [RPET 1999]

Options:

A) Benzoyl chloride

B) Ortho chlorotoluene

C) Para chloro toluene

D) Benzyl chloride

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Sidechain chlorination and bromination is favoured by high temperature, light and in absence of halogen carrier.