NEET Chemistry Substitution Reactions MCQ Question
Consider a diagram showing the steps of an electrophilic substitution reaction of benzene. Which of the following labels correctly identifies the step where the proton is removed to restore aromaticity?
Formation of carbocation intermediate
Generation of electrophile
Removal of proton
Addition of electrophile
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The removal of a proton from the carbocation intermediate is the final step in the electrophilic substitution reaction, which restores the aromatic character of benzene.
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