NEET Chemistry Preparation Methods MCQ Question
A diagram shows an electrophilic substitution reaction of benzene with chlorine in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst. Which of the following labels correctly represents the position of chlorine in the final product?
Ortho position
Meta position
Para position
Allylic position
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
In the electrophilic substitution of benzene with chlorine, ortho and para positions are favored. The ortho position is one of the common sites where chlorine can be substituted.
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