Aromatic Compounds Quiz 3

The term aromatic was derived from Greek word "Aroma" meaning "fragrant". These compounds have a low hydrogen to carbon ratio in their molecular formula and have a characteristics odour.

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Why does Friedel-Crafts acylation not result in multiple substitutions on the aromatic ring?

1. A) Acyl groups deactivate the ring

2. B) The reaction is reversible

3. C) The catalyst inhibits further substitution

4. D) The product is unstable

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Which catalyst is commonly used in the halogenation of benzene via electrophilic aromatic substitution?

1. A) FeBr3

2. B) H2SO4

3. C) AlCl3

4. D) NaOH

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What is the major product formed in the nitration of anisole?

1. A) Ortho-nitroanisole

2. B) Meta-nitroanisole

3. C) Para-nitroanisole

4. D) Both A and C

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In the sulfonation of benzene, the electrophile involved in the reaction is:

1. A) SO3

2. B) HSO4-

3. C) SO₄²⁻

4. D) H2SO4

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The Wolff-Kishner reduction involves which of the following intermediates during the reduction of a carbonyl group to a methylene group?

1. A) Hydrazone

2. B) Oxime

3. C) Carbanion

4. D) Carbocation

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