RE-NEET2026Chemistry-Aromatic Compounds

RE-NEET 2026 Chemistry Friedel-Crafts Reactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

Consider the following reaction, and choose the correct option.

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A

Compound P can be prepared by treating benzene with anhydrous AlCl₃ and CH₃COCl.

B

On treatment with bromine water, compound P gives a white precipitate.

C

Compound P is obtained by the hydrogenation of benzoyl chloride with Pd on BaSO₄.

D

On treating compound P with saturated NaHCO₃ solution, brisk effervescence is observed.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The reaction shown is Friedel-Crafts acylation, where benzene reacts with acyl chloride in the presence of AlCl₃ to form an acylated benzene compound.

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