Chemistry - Halogen Derivative Question with Solution | TestHub
ChemistryHalogen DerivativeMiscellaneousMedium2 minQB
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Assertion: In monohaloarenes, further electrophilic substitution occurs at ortho and para positions.
Reason: Halogen atom is a ring deactivator.
Options:
Answer:
E
Solution:
Both statements are true. Halogen deactivates overall but its resonance donation directs substitution ortho/para, so deactivation alone does not explain orientation.
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