Chemistry-Substitution Reactions
NEET Chemistry Substitution Reactions MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11
In the substitution reactions of aryl halides, which position on the benzene ring is more likely to undergo further substitution due to resonance effects?
A
Ortho and para positions
B
Meta position
C
Only the ortho position
D
Only the para position
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The resonance structures of aryl halides show increased electron density at the ortho and para positions, making them more prone to further substitution.
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