NEET Chemistry Substitution Reactions MCQ Question
If benzene undergoes a substitution reaction with an excess of chlorine in the presence of anhydrous AlCl3, what is the final product formed?
Benzene hexachloride (C6H6Cl6)
Hexachlorobenzene (C6Cl6)
Chlorobenzene (C6H5Cl)
Trichlorobenzene (C6H3Cl3)
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
When benzene is treated with excess chlorine in the presence of anhydrous AlCl3, all hydrogen atoms are replaced by chlorine atoms, forming hexachlorobenzene (C6Cl6), as described in the NCERT context.
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