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Question
Which of the following reagents will react with methyl group rather than the benzene ring in methylbenzene?
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Chlorine in the presence of UV light causes side-chain chlorination (free radical reaction) of the methyl group in toluene, giving benzyl chloride. The other reagents react with the aromatic ring.
Hint
Which condition causes side-chain reaction in toluene?