The most common reactions shown by benzene are electrophili…

Chemistry Hydrocarbon Aromatic Hydrocarbon Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 14, 2026

The most common reactions shown by benzene are electrophilic substitution reactions,

which of the following undergoes electrophilic substitution reactions most readily?

Benzene

Benzoic acid

Nitrobenzene

Toluene

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-COOH and deactivates the ring. group activates the benzene ring, undergoes nitration easily.

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