Question

Benzene reacts with methyl chloride in presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride to give
a) toluene
b) ethyl benzene
c) isopropyl benzene
d) chlorobenzene

Answer 1

When benzene reacts with methly chloride in presence of anhydrous aluminum chloride toluene is formed.
CH3Cl + AlCl3 -> C7H8 + HCl

Answer 2

Hey dear,

◆ Answer -

Benzene reacts with methyl chloride in presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride to give toluene.

◆ Explanation -

Benzene is treated with methyl chloride in presence of anhydrous AlCl3 to give toulene.

C6H6 + CH3Cl --> C6H5-CH3 + HCl

H-atom of benzene is replaced by CH3 in this reaction. HCl is formed as byproduct in this reaction.

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