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Chemistry-Substitution Reactions

NEET Chemistry Substitution Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

When benzene is treated with excess chlorine in the presence of anhydrous AlCl3, which product is formed?

A

Hexachlorobenzene (C6Cl6)

B

Trichlorobenzene

C

Dichlorobenzene

D

Monochlorobenzene

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, benzene reacts with excess chlorine in the presence of anhydrous AlCl3 to form hexachlorobenzene (C6Cl6) due to multiple substitution reactions.

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