Chemistry-Substitution Reactions

NEET Chemistry Substitution Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 11

Consider a diagram of benzene undergoing substitution reactions where electrophilic chlorination is illustrated. Which step in the mechanism involves the formation of a carbocation intermediate?

Question diagram
A

Generation of electrophile

B

Formation of carbocation intermediate

C

Removal of proton from the carbocation intermediate

D

Formation of hexachlorobenzene

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

The mechanism of electrophilic substitution reactions, such as chlorination, involves the formation of a carbocation intermediate as a crucial step.

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