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STANDARD Chemistry Diazotization MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12
What happens when Aniline is treated NaNO₂ and dil. HCl at 273-278 K.
A
phenol
B
nitrobenzene
C
nitrosobenzene
D
benzene diazonium chloride
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
When aniline is treated with NaNO₂ and dilute HCl at low temperatures (273-278 K), it forms benzene diazonium chloride. This is a classic example of diazotization, where the amine group is converted into a diazonium salt.
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