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STANDARD Chemistry Nitration of Benzene MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
In the nitration of benzene using a mixture of conc. H₂SO₄ and conc. HNO₃, the species which initiates the reaction is ________.
A
NO₂
B
NO⁺
C
N⁺O₂⁺
D
NO₂⁻
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
The nitration of benzene involves the formation of the nitronium ion (N⁺O₂⁺) as the active electrophile, which attacks the benzene ring.
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