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Question
Which of the following reagents can be used to distinguish between chlorobenzene and allyl chloride?
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Allyl chloride (CH2=CH-CH2Cl) contains a C=C double bond and will decolorize bromine in CCl4. Chlorobenzene does not have a double bond and will not decolorize bromine.
Hint
Which reagent tests for unsaturation?