Chlorobenzene is formed by reaction of chlorine with benzene in the presence of AlCl3.

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Chlorobenzene is formed by reaction of chlorine with benzene in the presence of AlCl3.

Chlorobenzene is formed by reaction of chlorine with benzene in the presence of AlCl₃. Which of the following species attacks the benzene ring in this reaction?

(i) Cl^–

(ii) Cl⁺

(iii) AlCl₃

(iv) [AlCl₄]^–

Monjur Alahi

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2025-01-04 04:42

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Salim Ahmed Kawsar · Accepted Answer · 2023-02-05T15:29:48+06:00

Salim Ahmed Kawsar

The correct answer is (ii) Cl⁺

4 views Answered 2023-02-05 15:29