Question

Using anhydrous `AlCl_(3)` as catalyst, which one of the following reactions produces ethylbenzene `(PhEt)` ?
A. `H_(3)C-CH_(2)OH+C_(6)H_(6)`
B. `CH_(3)C-CH=CH_(2)+C_(6)H_(6)`
C. `H_(2)C=CH_(2)+C_(6)H_(6)`
D. `H_(3)C-CH_(3)+C_(6)H_(6)`

Answer 1

Correct Answer - C

`-NH_(2)` group is electron releasing due to `+R` effect while `NO_(2)` group is electron withdrawin due to `-I and -R ` effects