During bromination of benzene in the presence of `FeBr_(3)` the species that attacks the ring to initiate the process is
During bromination of benzene in the presence of `FeBr_(3)` the species that attacks the ring to initiate the process is
A. `FeBr_(4)^(-)`
B. `Br^(+)`
C. `Br^(-)`
D. `Br_(2)` molecule
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Correct Answer - B
Bromination is initiated by the attack of `Br^(+)` (brominium ion) on the benzene ring.
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