Chemistry-Substitution Reactions
NEET Chemistry Substitution Reactions MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11
What effect do halogens have on the benzene ring in terms of substitution reactions?
A
Halogens are moderately deactivating groups.
B
Halogens are strongly activating groups.
C
Halogens increase the rate of substitution significantly.
D
Halogens have no effect on the benzene ring.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Halogens are considered moderately deactivating because they decrease the overall electron density on the benzene ring, making further substitution reactions more difficult.
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