Chemistry-Diazonium Salts

NEET Chemistry Diazonium Salts MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12

Which of the following statements about diazonium salts is correct?

A

Diazonium salts are stable at room temperature and readily soluble in water.

B

Arenediazonium salts are formed from primary aliphatic amines.

C

Benzenediazonium chloride decomposes easily in the dry state but is stable in cold conditions.

D

The diazonium group can be retained during reactions involving displacement.

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Benzenediazonium chloride is indeed described as stable in cold but decomposes easily when dry. The other options contain inaccuracies regarding stability and the formation of diazonium salts.

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