NEET Chemistry Substitution Reactions MCQ Question
A diagram shows the chlorination of benzene using anhydrous AlCl₃. Which step involves the formation of a carbocation intermediate?

Formation of sigma complex
Generation of electrophile
Removal of proton
Formation of electrophile
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The sigma complex is formed as a carbocation intermediate during electrophilic substitution reactions, specifically in the context of halogenation with AlCl₃ as a catalyst.
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