Identify the correct statements : The presence of -NO2 group in benzene ring Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
- A and D Only
- B and D Only
- C and A Only
- B and C Only
Answer
(4) B and C Only
Solution
-NO2 is strongly electron-withdrawing (−I and −R effects).
It decreases the electron density of the ring (especially at o- and p-positions), so the ring is deactivated towards electrophilic substitution B true, A false.
In nucleophilic substitution, an o-/p-NO2 group stabilises the negatively charged intermediate (carbanion) by resonance, so the ring is activated towards nucleophilic substitution (as per NCERT, o/p-nitrochlorobenzenes react easily with OH-) C true, D false.
B and C only
Answer: (4)