The correct order of reactivity of following haloarenes towards nucleophilic substitution with aqueo — JEE Mains Chemistry Past Papers Chemistry Question
Question
The correct order of reactivity of following haloarenes towards nucleophilic substitution with aqueous NaOH is A. B. C. D. Choose the correct answer from the options given below: (A) A B D C (B) C A D B (C) D C B A (D) D B A C
Answer: D
💡 Solution & Explanation
Chlorobenzene undergoes aromatic nucleophilic substitution via carbanion intermediate in such a reaction greater the –M group (–NO2, –CN etc) at O & P position greater the stability of carbanion intermediate and faster the rate of reaction.
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