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Question
Benzene reacts with concentrated HNO3 in the presence of concentrated H2SO4 to give nitrobenzene. This reaction is an example of
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Nitration of benzene is an electrophilic aromatic substitution reaction. The electrophile (NO2+) substitutes for a hydrogen atom on the benzene ring.
Hint
What type of reaction is nitration of benzene?