MCQ
Some $meta-$ directing substituents in aromatic substitution are given. Which one is most deactivating?
  • A
    $- COOH$
  • $- NO_2$
  • C
    $- C\equiv  N$
  • D
    $- SO_3H$

Answer

Correct option: B.
$- NO_2$
b
$-\mathrm{NO}_{2}$ is most deactivating due to - $\mathrm{I}$ and $-\mathrm{M}$ effect.

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