MCQ
Among the following, the compound that undergoes nitration readily is
  • A
    Benzoic acid
  • Phenol
  • C
    Toluene 
  • D
    Nitrobenzene

Answer

Correct option: B.
Phenol
b
(b)Presence of methyl group increases electron density at $ o- $ and $ p- $ positions. Hence, it undergoes nitration readily.

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