Cholorobenzene is formed by reaction of chlorine with benzene in the presence of `AlCl_(3)`. Which of the following species attacks the benzene ring in this reaction?
A. `Cl^(-)`
B. `Cl^(+)`
C. `AlCl_(3)`
D. `[AlCl_(4)]^(-)`.

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Correct Answer - B
It is the correct answer. `Cl^(+)` ion acts as electrophile.

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