Question

direct nitration of aniline is not possible why?explain with equation how nitration of aniline is done?​

Answer 1

Direct nitration gives tarry oxidized products and produces nitrated product in a very small amount, That is why it is not possible.

Explanation:

• The direct nitration of aniline is not [possible and it is a very difficult process.
• During the nitration of aniline, the aniline gets converted into a protonated aniline after oxidation.
• In direct nitration, nitric acid gives mostly tarry oxidized products after oxidation.
• Therefore, indirect method is feasible to get large amount of nitrated products.
• The equation of nitration is given below.