Some Basic Principles Of Organic Chemistry Question 255

Question: The nitration of a compound is due to the [Pb. PMT 2004]

Options:

A) NO2

B) NO3

C) NO

D) NO2+

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

The process of nitration takes place as below HONO2+2H2SO4H3O++2HSO4+NO2+(nitronium ion), The electrophile responsible for nitration is NO2+ ion.



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