Chemistry-Preparation Methods

NEET Chemistry Preparation Methods MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12

Which method is used for the preparation of aryl halides from arenes?

A

Electrophilic substitution with chlorine or bromine

B

Free radical halogenation of alkanes

C

Hydrogenation of halogenated compounds

D

Dehydrohalogenation of alkyl halides

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Aryl halides can be prepared by electrophilic substitution of arenes with chlorine and bromine in the presence of Lewis acid catalysts, as stated in the NCERT context.

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