AIIMS2001Chemistry-Organic Chemistry

AIIMS 2001 Chemistry Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Rate determining step in nitration of benzene is

A

formation of NO₂⁺

B

formation of carbocation

C

replacement of H atom

D

none of these

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The formation of the carbocation intermediate is the slowest and thus the rate-determining step.

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