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An equimolar mixture of toluene and chlorobenzene is treated with a mixture of conc. H_(2)SO_(4) and conc. HNO_(3). Indicate the correct statement from the following: |
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Answer» p-nitrotoluene is formed is EXCESS  both toluene and chlorobenzene can be nitrated under the reaction condition. However, `-CH_(3)` GROUP is more reactive or ACTIVATING as compared to `-Cl` atom. This means that p-nitrotoluene is formed in excess |
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