Question

How can we convert benzene to methyl benzene

Answer 1

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Explanation: An alkyl group can be added to a benzene molecule by an electrophile aromatic substitution reaction called the Friedel‐Crafts alkylation reaction. One example is the addition of a methyl group to a benzene ring. The mechanism for this reaction begins with the generation of a methyl carbocation from methylbromide.

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Answer 2

Convert benzene to methyl benzene by reacting it with CH3Cl and anhydrous AlCl3. Oxidize methyl benzene with a powerful oxidizing agent like alkaline KMnO4.