STANDARDChemistry-Aromatic Compounds
STANDARD Chemistry Diazonium Salts MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
Coupling of diazonium salts of following takes place in the order
A
IV < II < III < I
B
IV > III < II < I
C
II < IV < I < III
D
I < II < III < IV
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The coupling reaction of diazonium salts depends on the electron density of the aromatic ring. The order IV < II < III < I indicates the increasing electron density, which facilitates the coupling reaction.
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