Q26 / 90 · JEE Main 2024 (01 Feb Shift 1) · Chemistry

Identify A and B in the following sequence of reaction

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  • A
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  • Correct answer
    B
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  • C
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  • D
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Solution

Toluene reacts with chlorine in the presence of light to give Benzal chloride. The reaction happens between methylbenzene and chlorine in the presence of ultraviolet light - typically sunlight. This is a good example of a photochemical reaction - a reaction brought about by light.

Benzyl chloride on reaction with H2O/373 K gives benzaldehyde.

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Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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