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Question
Aryl halides are less reactive towards nucleophilic substitution as compared to alkyl halides due to
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Aryl halides are less reactive toward nucleophilic substitution than alkyl halides because the C-X bond has partial double bond character due to resonance (lone pair on halogen delocalized into the ring), making it stronger and less susceptible to nucleophilic attack.
Hint
What makes the C-X bond in aryl halides stronger?