Which of the following compound will most easily be attacked by an electrophile? (B) CH3 (C) Cl (D) — JEE Mains Chemistry Past Papers Chemistry Question
Question
Which of the following compound will most easily be attacked by an electrophile? (B) CH3 (C) Cl (D) OH
Answer: D
💡 Solution & Explanation
Higher the electron density in the benzene ring more easily it will be attacked by an electrophile. Phenol has the highest electron density amongst all the given compound.
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