NEET Chemistry Substitution Reactions MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about substitution reactions in hydrocarbons is correct?
Electrophilic substitution reactions involve the generation of an electrophile and formation of a carbocation intermediate.
Substitution reactions can only occur at the meta position of the benzene ring.
The presence of deactivating groups increases the reactivity of benzene towards electrophilic substitution.
Removal of a proton from a carbocation intermediate restores the aromatic character of the compound.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Electrophilic substitution reactions proceed through the generation of an electrophile, formation of a carbocation intermediate, and removal of a proton, which restores aromatic character, as stated in the NCERT context.
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