Published by:
CGP EDU Academic Team
Published on: August 11, 2026
The nitration of a compound is due to the
A
B
C
NO
D
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
The process of nitration takes place as below
⇌ 
The electrophile responsible for nitration is 
ion.
Prepare Smarter with CGP Edu
Get practice questions, solutions, and test series in one place.
Write a Review
Share your experience with this question and solution.
Commentary
Send your comment, doubt, correction, or feedback to admin.
Similar Questions
Explore conceptually related problems
To which of the following four types does this reaction belong
An alkyl halide may be converted into an alcohol by
The above reaction proceeds through
Geometry of reaction intermediate in reaction is
In electrophilic substitution reaction nitrobenzene is
The most common type of reaction in aromatic compounds is