Organic Compounds Containing Halogens Question 14
Question: The reaction of toluene with chlorine in presence of ferric chloride gives predominantly:
Options:
A) benzoyl chloride
B) m-chlorotoluene
C) benzyl chloride
D) o- and p-chlorotoluene
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] The given reaction is an example of electrophilic subsitution. Further, $ CH_3 $ group in toluene is o,p-directing
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