10.6 - HL: Electrophilic Substitution of Aromatic Compounds (Mechanism)
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Define electrophilic substitution.
💡 Hint: Think about what replaces the hydrogen.
What is a sigma complex?
💡 Hint: Remember, it's formed when aromaticity is lost.
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What is the main feature of electrophilic substitution?
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of the reaction type.
Is the formation of the sigma complex a fast or slow step?
💡 Hint: Think about what aromaticity means in this context.
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Predict the product of the nitration reaction between benzene and nitric acid in the presence of sulfuric acid.
💡 Hint: Remember how the electrophile is generated.
Explain why Friedel-Crafts acylation is preferred over alkylation in some cases.
💡 Hint: Think about the stability of the products formed.
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