Question

Why HNO3 is added during iodination of benzene.

Answer 1

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When benzene is reacted with iodine, the reaction is reversible in nature. It leads to the formation of reactants back. Therefore and oxidizing agent like HNO3 oxidizes the HI formed in the reaction to I2keeps the reaction in forward direction.

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Answer 2

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When benzene is reacted with iodine, the reaction is reversible in nature. It leads to the formation of reactants back. Therefore and oxidizing agent like HNO3 oxidizes the HI formed in the reaction to I2keeps the reaction in forward direction.

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