AIPMT PRELIMS2007Chemistry-Organic Chemistry
AIPMT PRELIMS 2007 Chemistry Acyl Halides MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Consider the following compounds.
A
(i) > (ii) > (iii) > (iv)
B
(iv) > (ii) > (i) > (iii)
C
(ii) > (iv) > (i) > (iii)
D
(ii) > (i) > (iii) > (iv)
Correct Answer
Option c
Detailed Explanation
The presence of electron-withdrawing groups increases the reactivity towards hydrolysis. Nitro group (NO₂) is a strong electron-withdrawing group, making (ii) the most reactive.
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