Chemistry - Halogen Derivative Question with Solution | TestHub

The given compound is ${\text{C}}_6{\text{H}}_5{\text{CH}}_2\text{Br}$.

In this compound, the halogen atom ($\text{Br}$) is bonded to an $s{p}^3$ hybridized carbon atom (${\text{CH}}_2$) which is directly attached to an aromatic ring (${\text{C}}_6{\text{H}}_5$).

Halides in which the halogen atom is bonded to an $s{p}^3$ hybridized carbon atom next to an aromatic ring are classified as benzylic halides.

Answer: benzyllic