Question

Statement-1. The reaction of conc. `HNO_3` and conc. `H_2SO_4` on nitrobenzene gives m- dinitrobenzene.
Statement-2. The nitro group in benzene ring decreases the electron density in the benzene ring.
A. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True , Statement-2 is a correct explanation for Statement-1
B. Statement-1 is True, Statement-2 is True , Statement-2 is not a correct explanation for Statement-1
C. Statement- 1 is True, Statement-2 is False
D. Statement-1 is False, Statement -2 is True

Answer 1

Correct Answer - B
Correct explanation. The nitro group in nitrobenzene mainly decreases the electron density at o- an p-positions and hence is m-directing.