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Published on: August 14, 2026
Replacement of 
of chlorobenzene to give phenol requires drastic conditions. But chlorine of 2,4 ‐ dinitrochlorobenzene is readily replaced because
A
donates 
at meta position
B
withdraws 
from ortholpara positions
C
make ring electron rich at ortho and para
D
withdraws 
from meta position.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Withdrawal of electrons 
groups from ortholpara positions cause easier removal of ‐Cl atom due to the development of positive charge on 
‐and 
‐positions.
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