MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4521

Benzene reacts with chlorine in the presence of AlCl3 to give

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4521

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Benzene reacts with chlorine in the presence of AlCl3 to give

    • A) Chlorobenzene
    • B) Dichlorobenzene
    • C) Hexachlorobenzene
    • D) Benzene hexachloride

    Answer: Chlorobenzene

    Explanation: The reaction is an electrophilic aromatic substitution, resulting in chlorobenzene. AlCl3 acts as a catalyst.