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QJEEM07Ch4422: JEE Main 2007 Chemistry - Class 11 JEEM07Ch4422 Solution: The reaction of toluene with Cl 2 in presence of FeCl 3 gives…

The reaction of toluene with Cl2 in presence of FeCl3 gives predominantly

Multiple Choice Options

  • A benzoyl chloride
  • B benzyl chloride
  • C o-and p-chlorotoluene
  • D m-chlorotoluene

Step-by-Step Verified Solution

FeCl3  FeC{l_3}\,\, is Lewis acid. In presence of FeCl3  FeC{l_3}\,\, side chain hydrogen atoms of toluene are substituted.

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