Considering both electronic and steric effects, what is(are) the most likely sub
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Question
Considering both electronic and steric effects, what is(are) the most likely substitution site(s) when meta-dichlorobenzene undergoes dinitration (i.e. introduction of two nitro groups)?
a) 2 and 4
b) 4 and 5
c) 2 and 5
d) 4 and 6
e) all positions are equally likely
Considering both electronic and steric effects, what is(are) the most likely substitution site(s) when meta-dichlorobenzene undergoes dinitration (i.e. introduction of two nitro groups)? a) 2 and 4 b) 4 and 5 c) 2 and 5 d) 4 and 6 e) all positions are equally likelyExplanation / Answer
The correct option is D (4 & 6)